Senior Investment Associate

Overview:

At Zebra we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customers and partners needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen heard valued and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations their employees and those they serve.

Youll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care aboutlocally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What Were Looking For:

• Conduct primary and secondary market research to identify start-upinvestment targets that align with Zebras key investment themes and areas of strategic interest
• Perform product business and financial due diligence on companies of interest with detailed evaluations of start-up owners product roadmaps customer analysis business models go-to-market strategies and financial projections
• Build and manage relationships with external partners to generate deal flow including with venture capital firms accelerators strategic corporate partners and entrepreneurs
• Lead financial modeling and sensitivity analysis for investment targets and portfolio companies
• Maintain internal reporting frameworks for deal pipeline updates (investment opportunities) and portfolio performance reviews (valuation impairments ownership stake)
• Collaborate with internal business unit partners to understand their strategic needs and portfolio or technology gaps
• Monitor adjacent technology industries and companies to identify trends opportunitiesand threats
• Generate investment memos monthly activity reports customer presentations ecosystem landscapes and strategies and quarterly portfolio update reports for a variety of audiences including Zebras Board of Directors and External Auditors
• Prepare Quarterly and Ad hoc presentations to Zebras Executive Leadership Team (ELT) on portfolio companies deal activity and potential investment targets
• Organize/facilitate working sessions with business unit evaluation teams/internal stakeholders to evaluate opportunities and perform due diligence on investments
• Monitor and help manage relationships with existing portfolio companies and provide connections to internal business unit teams
• Act as an ambassador for Zebra Ventures at external conferences and networking events
• May support M&A work on an as needed basis

• BA/BS degree in relevant field such as business finance accounting marketing computer science engineering and/or statistics MBA preferred
• 5years of relevant experience. Candidates with 3 years of experience will considered if they are skilled in using AI tools M&A and Investment Banking

• Demonstrate ability to think strategically about products markets business models competitive landscapes and their relevance to Zebras business
• A deep interest in startups technology and staying informed of the latest technologies and trends
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with investors entrepreneurs and executives
• Proven ability to work independently with limited direction while managing multiple projects often under tight deadlines
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to succinctly distill a large quantity of information and analysis for executive consumption
• Strong analytical quantitative skills including proficiency with valuation and financial modeling
• Familiarity with AI tools is a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position please contact us at

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Pay Range:

Incentive Compensation:

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive including healthcare wellness inclusion networks and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days in addition to the traditional insurances compensation parental leave employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location job-related skills knowledge and experience.

Additionally all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota most other roles the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work adaptable hours Summer Flex Fridays Focus Fridays and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

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