Investment Director

Air Liquide

Newark, DE, US
Startup ecosystem experience
Financial transaction expertise
Corporate finance or m&a background
The role involves driving the innovation strategy by imagining, developing, and incubating new high-technology solutions for the group

Job Summary

  • The role involves driving the innovation strategy by imagining, developing, and incubating new high-technology solutions for the group.
  • Candidates will actively screen startups, conduct financial valuations using DCF and comparables, and secure internal sponsorship for investments.
  • As a board member of portfolio companies, the incumbent will create operational value by developing markets, reviewing strategies, and managing cost structures.

Matching Summary

The role involves driving the innovation strategy by imagining, developing, and incubating new high-technology solutions for the group.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Startup ecosystem experience
  • Financial transaction expertise
  • Corporate finance or M&A background
  • Business development skills
  • Board member participation

Nice-to-have

  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Internal business unit alignment
  • Strategic market mapping
  • Risk mitigation capabilities
  • Exit strategy implementation

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Industrial Innovation or Chemical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of startup ecosystem experience
  • Experience with operational management and financial transactions

Work Rights

Not specified

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