VP of Investments

About the Role We are building a private investment platform focused on deploying capital into real economy businesses in Venezuela, including sectors such as logistics, food distribution, and oilfield services. This is a foundational hire. The VP of Investments will play a critical role in sourcing, evaluating, executing, and managing investments, working directly with leadership to build the firm’s investment engine from the ground up. The ideal candidate combines strong private equity / investment banking discipline,deep Latin America exposure, and the ability to operate in complex, high-opportunitymarkets. Key Responsibilities Investment Execution & Analysis Lead end-to-end investment processes, including underwriting, financial modeling, due diligence, and execution. Build and maintain complex financial models (valuation, cash flow, scenario analysis). Evaluate investment opportunities across real economy sectors. Conduct industry, market, and competitive analysis. Deal Structuring & Closing Support structuring of transactions and investment vehicles. Participate in negotiations and closing processes. Prepare investment memos and materials for decision-making. Portfolio Management & Value Creation Work closely with portfolio company operators to drive performance and value creation. Monitor financial and operational performance post-investment. Identify opportunities for operational improvement and growth. Investor Communication & Strategy Prepare high-quality presentations and investment materials for stakeholders and investors. Support fundraising efforts and strategic planning. Contribute to the development of the firm’s investment strategy.