Associate

About Sands Capital:

We are an active, long-term investor in leading innovative businesses globally. Our approach combines analytical rigor and creative thinking to identify high-quality growth businesses that are creating the future. Through an integrated investment platform spanning venture capital, growth equity and public equity, we provide growth capital solutions to institutions and fund sponsors in more than 40 countries (detailed on our website www.sandscapital.com).

Position Summary:

Sands Capital is seeking an Associate to join our Global Innovation Fund (“GIF”) Team with a focus on the technology sector. The GIF Team has invested in businesses like DoorDash, Samsara, Ramp, Anduril and Flock Safety. This individual will support and assist our experienced team of Partners and other investment professionals to help evaluate new investments and monitor existing investments in the technology sector for our private investment strategy.

The primary areas of focus include innovative companies in the software, internet, and financial technology spaces. This individual will primarily focus on growth-stage venture-backed businesses but may also work on investments in public technology businesses.

The Associate is expected to work with the GIF Team for 2-4 years before either leaving for external opportunities or being considered for internal promotion based on performance and firm needs. As we grow our private investing business, opportunities for career growth may arise especially for high-performing candidates.

Work Expectations:

This role is expected to work from our New York, NY office (must be a resident in the state of New York) on a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week in-office or as directed, depending on team needs. The role will also require occasional travel to Sands Capital’s headquarters in Arlington, VA. Please know that the hybrid schedule is subject to change, as directed by our Executive Management Team, at any time.

Position Responsibilities:

The Associate is responsible for:

• Conducting qualitative and analytical research to support the investment due diligence process;
• Creating and maintaining financial models to evaluate prospective investments and to monitor existing portfolio company performance;
• Helping to guide portfolio companies on strategically important topics by conducting surveys, customer calls, and general industry research;
• Building an understanding of long-term technology industry trends and developing subject-matter expertise in subsectors of interest to the team;
• Building relationships with management teams and executives at companies and with investors at peer firms to generate investment ideas and deal flow;
• Performing other professional responsibilities, as needed; and
• Exhibiting behaviors consistent with Sands Capital’s Mission, Values, and culture.

Position Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university;
• A genuine and demonstrable passion for investing and technology;
• 2-4 years of experience analyzing companies and industries, including investment banking, venture capital, private equity, sell-side equity research, management consulting, and/or corporate development/strategy/finance (preferably at a technology company);
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills; and
• Exceptional work ethic and an ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy without direct supervision.

Required Behavioral Characteristics:

Identified below are Behavioral Characteristics that the firm holds in high regard and believes are critical for high performing individuals and teams at Sands Capital:

• Having impeccable integrity;
• Exhibiting superior client service skills (to include both internal and external clients);
• Exhibiting strong interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrating a strong work ethic in a fast-paced, professional environment;
• Operating with a high degree of initiative, self-discipline, and motivation;
• Being able to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team, while also being able to work independently with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy;
• Assuming the best of others; and
• Being motivated by a job well-done.

Sands Capital’s Values:

Identified below are Values the firm holds in high regard and believes are critical for high-performing individuals and teams at Sands Capital:

• Integrity & Trust: Do what is right, not what is popular. Deliver on commitments.
• Client-Centered: Always act in the best interest of our clients.
• Commitment to Excellence: Strive to learn and improve. Implement best practices.
• Focus: Identify and concentrate on “what matters”.
• Long-Term Perspective: Appreciate that time allows sound decisions to demonstrate their worth. Avoid short-term thinking.
• Independent Thinking: Have the courage to develop and articulate your own convictions. Debate others openly and honestly.
• Teamwork: Collaborate to gather facts, develop perspective, build conviction, and support timely decision-making.
• Positive “Can-Do” Attitude: Demonstrate a willingness to tackle any task.
• Graciousness: Reflect kindness and courtesy at all times.
• Balance: Enjoy your work while balancing professional activities with interests beyond the firm.
• Meritocracy: Know that talent and achievement will drive your success at Sands Capital.

How to Apply:                                  

To be considered, candidates must submit a resume that specifically outlines your qualifications for the position. If you wish to apply for this position, please do so via Sands Capital’s Careers page under “Professional Opportunities”.

You may also scroll to “Hiring Process FAQs” to learn more about what you can expect before applying, to include information regarding length of process and any skills assessments that may be required.  The link can be found here: https://www.sandscapital.com/careers-and-staff-benefits/

Salary and Benefits:

Sands Capital offers competitive compensation and generous benefits. For this role, the salary range is $125,000 to $175,000 and will be determined by the candidate’s professional experience and relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities. Base salary is one component of total compensation for this position. Sands Capital may also pay a discretionary, performance-based bonus which is targeted as a percentage of base salary and varies by position and position level. The actual bonus paid, if any, is based on the achievement of quantitative and/ or qualitative goals as well as the success of the firm.  This role may be eligible for carry over time.

Sands Capital offers a generous benefits package to include medical insurance (which includes a discount program for vision), dental insurance, life and personal accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent), as well as paid holidays (NYSE), vacation, sick, and parental leave.

Sands Capital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and staff members. For our staff members, equal opportunity includes access to the benefits and privileges that the firm provides to staff members generally. We appreciate the value diversity brings to Sands Capital and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff members.

We evaluate and select qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Discrimination of this kind is also strictly prohibited by a variety of federal, state, and local laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Read more about equal employment opportunity on the EEOC’s website, found here.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to pregnant individuals, individuals with disabilities, and/or individuals needing accommodation for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to emiller@sandscap.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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