About City Light Capital: City Light is a venture capital firm that invests early in impactful companies. We partner with experienced teams building category-defining solutions in the areas of education, healthcare, and the environment. As one of the earliest and most successful impact investing firms, City Light has a track record of identifying and scaling impact in ways that build better companies. Portfolio investments include 2U, ShotSpotter, Bicycle Health, OhmConnect, and Headspace Health.
About The Job: City Light Capital is seeking a Research and Operations Analyst to join our team. This position is ideal for someone with 1-3 years of experience who is passionate about research, impact reporting, and operations. The role involves comprehensive research and report writing, with a secondary focus on supporting operations.
Please note this role is not an investing role. Location: New York City
Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth research on venture companies and market landscapes, focusing on financial inclusion, workforce development, and impact reporting themes. Prepare detailed reports and presentations based on research findings. Manage and analyze data. Monitor industry trends and market landscape analysis and provide insights. Support operations across marketing, investor relations, and fund administration. Spend approximately 75% on research and reporting and 25% supporting operational tasks, reporting to the VP of Operations. Requirements Ideal Qualifications: Bachelor's degree 1-3 years of relevant work experience in research, analysis, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Familiarity with startup ecosystems and venture capital industry a plus. Experience with impact reporting or financial inclusion and workforce development a plus. Ideal Personal Attributes: Passionate about the City Light mission. Self-starter mentality with strong attention to detail. Team player and quick learner. Desire to learn and teach. Willingness to learn new skills when required. Benefits Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume through Workable. City Light is an equal opportunity employer. City Light provides an extensive benefits package, including health benefits, disability, and life insurance, generous paid leave, and a flexible work schedule (although NY-based is a must). Compensation will be considered on an individual basis, looking at items like experience. The total compensation range for this position is anticipated to be between $80,000 and $95,000.
