Venture Capital

As an Associate at Artha Group, you will play a crucial role in leading portfolio execution across Artha Continuum Fund (ACF). Your primary focus will be on portfolio operation and value creation for the existing portfolio companies rather than sourcing new opportunities. You will work closely with a team of analysts to ensure data quality, financial performance, and board-ready reporting. Your responsibilities will include running KPI tracking, quarterly reviews, intervention planning, AOP reviews, follow-on round preparation, founder-side support, and assisting in turning around underperforming companies. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee 8-12 active portfolio companies - Run KPI tracking, quarterly reviews, and intervention planning - Lead a team of analysts focused on data quality, financial performance, and board-ready reporting - Collaborate with founders to track KPIs related to revenue, org design, GTM execution, hiring, and cash flow - Identify underperformance early and recommend interventions - Maintain high-touch relationships with founding teams - Support downstream rounds and manage the analyst team in tracking and interpreting portfolio data Qualifications Required: - 3-5 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, or cross-stage fund investing - Managed a portfolio of 5+ companies - Experience in AOP planning, follow-on fundraising, or company turnarounds - Closed at least 2 investments end-to-end on the buy-side - MBA or CA qualification preferred or strong proof of financial modeling, AOP structuring, and decision-prep ownership - Experience in managing analysts or junior team members in fund settings is a plus Please note that candidates with backgrounds solely in investment banking, transaction advisory, or consulting will not be considered for this role. In addition to a challenging and rewarding role, the total annual package for this position is 26,50,000. This includes a fixed annual salary of 20,00,000, a confirmed annual retention bonus of 3,25,000 (paid every 12 months), and an ESOP grant of 3,25,000 annually. Performance bonus and carry participation will be based on portfolio success and personal execution. The fixed compensation is non-negotiable, and all upside is earned through performance.,