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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Source and lead investments in robotics, embodied AI, and adjacent deep tech. * Own the full deal cycle: diligence, structuring, founder relationships, and board observer seats. * Contribute to ...

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Experience as a board member or board observer for a venture-backed startup * Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively engage directly with target company senior management Work ...

Experience as a board member or board observer for a venture-backed startup * Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively engage directly with target company senior management Work ...

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How much do board observer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for board observer in the United States is $61,924.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Board Observer vs Board Member?

AspectBoard ObserverBoard Member
CredentialsTypically no voting rights, may have industry experience or expertiseUsually required to have relevant professional credentials, with voting rights
Work EnvironmentAttends board meetings, observes discussions, provides insightsParticipates in decision-making, votes on company matters
Usage in IndustryCommonly appointed for advisory purposes without voting powerOfficially elected or appointed to govern and make decisions

In summary, a Board Observer attends meetings to observe and advise without voting rights, while a Board Member actively participates in governance and decision-making processes. The choice depends on the level of involvement and authority desired in the company's board.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Board Observer, and why are they important?

A Board Observer should have a strong foundation in corporate governance, financial analysis, and industry knowledge, often supported by advanced degrees or relevant business experience. Familiarity with board management software, financial reporting systems, and data analysis tools is typically required. Excellent listening, discretion, and communication skills are vital for building trust and relaying information accurately without disrupting board dynamics. These skills ensure effective oversight, informed feedback, and constructive participation while respecting the boundaries of the observer role.

What are some common responsibilities of a Board Observer during board meetings?

As a Board Observer, your main responsibility is to attend board meetings, listen actively, and provide insights without voting rights. You'll often be tasked with reporting back to your organization or investor group, summarizing key discussion points and decisions. Board Observers also play an important role in helping ensure transparency and effective communication between the board and stakeholders. While you don't participate in final decision-making, you're expected to prepare thoroughly, ask thoughtful questions, and sometimes contribute to discussions when invited.

What are Board Observers?

Board Observers are individuals who attend board meetings of a company to provide insight or oversight but do not have voting rights like formal board members. They are often representatives of investors or stakeholders who wish to stay informed about a company’s strategic direction and performance. While they can participate in discussions and offer advice, they are not legally responsible for board decisions. This role allows companies to maintain transparency with key stakeholders without expanding the official board. Board Observers are commonly found in startups and venture-backed companies.
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Associate, Corporate Venture Capital Fund (New York, NY)

Associate, Corporate Venture Capital Fund (New York, NY)

Thomson Reuters

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Thomson Reuters rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 426 rated business services


Job description

Associate, Corporate Venture Capital Fund (New York, NY)
Synthesizing complex business analysis including market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM), competitive benchmarking analysis, revenue recognition modeling, customer acquisition cost analysis, and predictive modeling techniques using regression analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, and scenario planning to support investment committee decision-making.
About the Role
In this opportunity as Associate, Corporate Venture Capital Fund, you will:
• Perform sophisticated cohort and customer analysis including customer segmentation studies, lifetime value calculations, retention rate modeling, product-market fit assessment, and behavioral analytics to evaluate business model sustainability and growth potential for target investments.
• Lead advanced financial modeling and valuation analysis including discounted cash flow models, leveraged buyout analysis, comparable company analysis, precedent transaction analysis, and sensitivity analysis incorporating stochastic modeling, revenue build-up models, and optimization algorithms for multi-currency portfolio construction.
• Perform comprehensive market and competitive analysis including go-to-market strategy assessment, competitive positioning studies, market penetration analysis, pricing strategy evaluation, and industry trend analysis using statistical methodologies and data visualization techniques.
• Source and evaluate investment opportunities through systematic market research, international industry network analysis, and data-driven opportunity identification processes across US and Latin American markets, maintaining pipeline of 75+ potential deals quarterly with quantitative scoring methodologies.
• Serve as board observer or board member for portfolio companies providing strategic guidance, operational insights, KPI analysis, and analytical support using quantitative analysis, cohort studies, and industrial engineering methodologies to optimize business performance and drive value creation initiatives.
• Execute complex cross-border transaction analysis including merger and acquisition modeling in transaction value, international capital structure optimization, currency hedging analysis, synergy modeling, and deal structuring using sophisticated financial modeling techniques and constraint optimization methodologies.
• Design and implement investment analysis frameworks utilizing operations research methodologies, simulation modeling, statistical optimization, and business intelligence tools to standardize due diligence processes across multiple geographic markets and improve investment decision accuracy.
• Present investment recommendations and analytical findings to senior management, investment committee, limited partners, and board members through formal presentations incorporating advanced data visualization, cohort analysis results, statistical analysis summaries, and quantitative risk assessment models.
• Manage portfolio company relationships.
• Build and maintain relationships with founders, funds and corporates across the US, LatAm and South East Asia.
• Conducting quarterly business reviews, analyzing key performance indicators using statistical process control methods, performing cohort analysis and customer behavior studies, and supporting strategic initiatives with quantitative analysis, market intelligence, and LP partnership facilitation.
Hybrid position (3 days a week in office.)
About You
You're a fit for the role of Associate, Corporate Venture Capital Fund if your background includes:
• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Finance, Economics or a related field, plus 5 years of post-baccalaureate experience in investment analysis, or venture capital, or private equity, or investment banking, or related financial services role.
• Experience must include the following, which may be gained concurrently:
• 5 years of experience conducting comprehensive investment due diligence including financial analysis, market research, competitive analysis, and risk assessment for equity investments.
• 5 years of experience building complex financial models including DCF analysis, LBO modeling, merger analysis, scenario planning, and revenue build-up models using advanced Excel, or statistical software, or programming languages.
• 5 years of experience preparing detailed investment memoranda, research reports, portfolio updates, and analytical presentations incorporating market sizing analysis, competitive benchmarking, cohort analysis, unit economics, regressions and financial projections for senior leadership, or investment committees, or Limited Partners.
• 3 years of experience as a portfolio company board observer or advisor conducting quarterly business reviews and advising through portfolio company sales, mergers and exits.
• 3 years investing in early stage companies (seed through series C) having led investments from end-to-end globally.
• 4 years of experience supervising junior staff in financial analysis, modeling, business analysis, and LP communications.
Employer: Thomson Reuters Holdings Inc.
Job Site: 3 Times Square, New York, NY 10036
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What's in it For You?
  • Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.
  • Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
  • Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow's challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.
  • Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
  • Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.
  • Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
  • Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.

In the United States, Thomson Reuters offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Our benefit package includes market competitive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs, as well as a competitive 401k plan with company match. In addition, Thomson Reuters offers market leading work life benefits with competitive vacation, sick and safe paid time off, paid holidays (including two company mental health days off), parental leave, sabbatical leave. These benefits meet or exceeds the requirements of paid time off in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws. Finally, Thomson Reuters offers the following additional benefits: optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance paid 100% by the employee; optional life and AD&D insurance paid 100% by the employee; Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts; fitness reimbursement; access to Employee Assistance Program; Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit paid 100% by employee; access to 529 Plan; commuter benefits; Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement; and access to Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations.Eligible office location(s) for this role include one or more of the following: New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and/or Irvine, CA; McLean, VA; Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $188,977 USD - $214,100 USD.Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills and experience with consideration given to internal equity. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive Total Reward program which also includes flexible and supportive benefits and other wellbeing programs.
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