D2SF US - Investment Associate

About D2SF US
NAVER D2SF is NAVER's corporate venture capital (CVC) team. We seek out startups tackling bold challenges alongside NAVER, support their growth, and drive synergies across NAVER's ecosystem. We focus on technologies poised to transform everyday life and industries across areas such as AI, robotics, spatial computing, entertainment, mobility, and healthcare. Our goal is to build sustainable growth between startups and NAVER that goes beyond financial returns.

About the Role
As an Investment Associate, you'll be a core member of the investment team, supporting deal execution, market analysis, portfolio operations, and synergy development. Beyond learning venture investing from the ground up, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how corporate strategy and investment work together. Over time, you'll build the skills and network to grow into a Senior Associate or Principal role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing – Identify promising startups, cultivate relationships with founders and accelerators, and strengthen our deal pipeline
• Market & Competitive Analysis – Deep-dive into industry trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape
• Due Diligence – Support investment memo preparation, data analysis, and expert coordination
• Synergy Development – Bridge portfolio companies and NAVER teams to surface and activate collaboration opportunities
• Portfolio & Team Support – Contribute to portfolio initiatives and work hand-in-hand with senior investors

• Genuine respect for founders and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Sharp analytical mind with a passion for technology and market dynamics
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, CS, Business, Finance, Economics, or related field
• 1–3 years in investment banking, consulting, VC, tech, or startups
• Strong English communication skills required; Korean language skills are a plus

• Prior internship or full-time experience in venture capital, growth equity, or corporate development.
• Experience in building financial models and preparing investment presentations.
• Strong curiosity about emerging technologies and global market trends.

• Job type: Full-time
• Hybrid (Redwood City, CA)
• Pay: $100,000-150,000 per year
• Please note: To be eligible, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship for employment visa status is unavailable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NAVER U.Hub is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. Naver U.Hub and its affiliated companies are committed to providing an Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.