Department:
As a strategic corporate venture fund, Randstad Innovation Fund (“RIF”) has been building a portfolio of HR technology investments. RIF invests in premier companies, which are at the forefront of technology or transforming the talent acquisition and workforce management industry, boosting external innovation within the Randstad Group. The goal is to combine Randstad’s expertise and reach with entrepreneurial spirit and technological excellence. RIF has invested in 12 portfolio companies since its launch in March 2014, of which 8 are based in the USA. Investments range between € 1 and 5M for the initial round.
Purpose of the job:
RIF is currently looking for an Analyst. Reporting to the Managing Partners of the Randstad Innovation Fund, main responsibilities are to:
As a strategic corporate venture fund, Randstad Innovation Fund (“RIF”) has been building a portfolio of HR technology investments. RIF invests in premier companies, which are at the forefront of technology or transforming the talent acquisition and workforce management industry, boosting external innovation within the Randstad Group. The goal is to combine Randstad’s expertise and reach with entrepreneurial spirit and technological excellence. RIF has invested in 12 portfolio companies since its launch in March 2014, of which 8 are based in the USA. Investments range between € 1 and 5M for the initial round.
Purpose of the job:
RIF is currently looking for an Analyst. Reporting to the Managing Partners of the Randstad Innovation Fund, main responsibilities are to:
- research and qualify market segments
- identify and analyse investment targets and
- prepare and present materials on the HR tech space and investment targets.
Key activities:
- Conduct market research and gain market insights,
- Monitor a pipeline of HR tech startups, arrange and participate in calls and meetings, write reports
- Select companies to meet at HR conferences and to proactively pursue,
- Co-develop comprehensive financial models and appropriate quantitative and qualitative metrics,
- Assist in preparing investment proposals for the Investment Committee,
- Assist with due diligence process related to new investments,
- Assist in preparing internal and external presentations on the HR tech space
Key Relationships:
- Part of an international, diverse and experienced team
- Interactions with startups, and thought leaders in the HR tech space
- Connections with the global Randstad organization at several levels
Qualifications:
- Master degree preferably in economics or computer science,
- Passion for new business models and technology,
- Working experience of 1-3 years,
- Excellent communication skills in English (speaking & writing),
- Knowledge of another European language would be preferred.
Competencies:
Apply now via the Apply button if you are ready to kick off your career in the world of innovation, start-ups and investments.
Apply now via the Apply button if you are ready to kick off your career in the world of innovation, start-ups and investments.
You recognize yourself in the following characteristics. You are:
- An investigator at heart with restless curiosity, ambition and drive,
- An energetic and collaborative team player who is easy to get along with, has a sense of humour and is comfortable working in a small team,
- Able to work independently,
- A critical thinker with superior analytical skills,
- An open and emphatic person who can cross boundaries of organisations and be a contributor in a large corporate as well as in the startup world,
- Comfortable and capable to handle tight deadlines and structure a high workload
World league competencies including key behaviors:
- Business impact: influence, engage, drive change.
- Radar screening: radar for opportunities and risks, persistence and focus, full story.
- Connecting people & business: linking-pin, networking, adapt to changes.
- Critical thinking: identify, decisiveness, inspirationally irritating.
- Reliability: independent and authentic, has integrity and trusted, compliance.
About Randstad Group
Randstad specializes in solutions in the field of flexible work and human resources services. Our services range from regular temporary staffing and permanent placements to Inhouse, Professionals, Search & Selection, outplacement, and HR Solutions. The Randstad Group is one of the leading HR services providers in the world, with top-three positions in Argentina, Belgium & Luxembourg, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Greece, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, and the United States, as well as major positions in Australia and Japan. In 2015, Randstad had approximately 29,750 corporate employees and around 4,473 branches and Inhouse locations in 39 countries around the world. Randstad generated revenue of € 19.2 billion in 2015. Randstad was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Diemen, the Netherlands. Randstad Holding nv is listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, where options for stocks in Randstad are also traded. For more information, see www.randstad.com
Randstad specializes in solutions in the field of flexible work and human resources services. Our services range from regular temporary staffing and permanent placements to Inhouse, Professionals, Search & Selection, outplacement, and HR Solutions. The Randstad Group is one of the leading HR services providers in the world, with top-three positions in Argentina, Belgium & Luxembourg, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Greece, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, and the United States, as well as major positions in Australia and Japan. In 2015, Randstad had approximately 29,750 corporate employees and around 4,473 branches and Inhouse locations in 39 countries around the world. Randstad generated revenue of € 19.2 billion in 2015. Randstad was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Diemen, the Netherlands. Randstad Holding nv is listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, where options for stocks in Randstad are also traded. For more information, see www.randstad.com
