Investment Associate

About the role

H&M Group's New Growth & Ventures is looking for an Investment Associate in Stockholm. You will help identify, evaluate and support investments in companies shaping the future of fashion and customer experience, working across the full investment lifecycle from sourcing and due diligence to portfolio support. The role combines rigorous financial analysis with an outward-facing, relationship-driven approach.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze company financials, business models and unit economics to assess investment opportunities
• Build financial models and valuations, and support due diligence by reviewing investment documentation and agreements
• Prepare investment recommendations, business cases and presentations for investment committee meetings
• Represent New Growth & Ventures at startup events, conferences and industry gatherings in Sweden and globally
• Build and maintain a network of founders, investors, accelerators and industry stakeholders
• Sourcing new investment opportunities and managing a pipeline of leads
• Monitor market trends, emerging technologies and consumer behaviour, and support portfolio companies through performance monitoring and stakeholder collaboration

Required profile

• Degree in finance, economics, business, engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, transaction services, management consulting or a similar analytical role
• Proactive self-starter with strong communication and presentation skills, able to handle multiple workstreams
• Fluent English, written and spoken

Required skills

• Solid experience in financial analysis, modelling and valuation
• Market research, commercial assessments and due diligence
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint