Visiting Analyst

What we do

At Merantix, we build and invest in AI companies. Through our unique incubation platform, seed financing, and exceptional teams of visionary entrepreneurs and engineers, we transfer world-leading research into products that will change existing and create new industries. Merantix currently employs more than 200 team members. Its growing platform constitutes a unique brand with a shared tech and operational infrastructure that attracts talent, resonates with industry partners, and leverages the proven network and product-building experience.

Your role

We are growing our investment team and are looking for a visiting analyst to join our Merantix investment team for 6 months starting in October 2024. With our newfund, we're starting to go beyond our incubation model and also co-invest in existing early-stage AI-first ventures. We will leverage the breadth of our Merantix Platform to support early-stage ventures with the perfect seeding ground to grow in the early stages.
In order to build outstanding companies with the help of a distinguished team, state-of-the-art machine learning technology as well as a comprehensive AI company building framework, we seek entrepreneurial minds that have the ambition to make an impact. If that resonates with you, here is what your role at Merantix includes:

• Research, identify emerging technology startups and connect with their founders.
• Conduct initial evaluation and in-depth analysis of new investment opportunities.
• Support our due diligence processes and day-to-day operations.
• Work hand-in-hand with the Merantix Co-Founders, Rasmus and Adrian;
  
• Operational support for the continuous improvement of our AI incubation platform and its processes;
  
• Assist our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence on business case evaluation of new AI ventures;
  
• Creation of communication and presentation material for meetings with partners and investors.

Your profile

We define ourselves by a culture of ownership and cooperation. We are looking for driven, capable, visionary, and prudent talents with proven track records of personal, academic, and professional achievement.

• You have an undergraduate degree from a top-tier university, MA/MSc/MBA is a plus;
  
• You have gainedprofessional experience in an impactful entrepreneurial environment, at a leading technology company, or in management consultancy/ venture capital;
  
• Superb English communication skills, both verbal and written, and interpersonal skills and an ability to effectively communicate with both business and technical teams;
  
• You have a long-held interest in technology, both personally and professionally;
  
• You have strongorganizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize appropriately and effectively;
  
• You are available to work with us for 6 months at a time.

What we offer

Our hierarchy is flat and communication direct, which means that we operate and learn fast, as a team. Our team and work environment can be described as follows:

• We have an entrepreneurial mindset:
  we are creative, focused, ambitious, and not easily discouraged;
  
• We work in a fast-paced, highly innovative environment where ambiguity is the norm;
  
• We work independently but have a cooperative mindset;
  
• We love what wedo and we own it.

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect the following:

• Flexible working hours as we believe in ownership and trust;
  
• Learning &
  development program for all our team members;
  
• Regular team events and intensive exchange with all Merantix companies;
  
• Free drinks, snacks, and breakfast;
  
• Equal rights, respect, and promotion of diversity.

About us

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity. We consider all applications equally regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in tech to apply, and we can help with immigration.