Investment Director - Heritage Ventures

The Heritage Group•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

HG Ventures is the venture capital arm of The Heritage Group (THG). Founded in 1930 in Indianapolis, IN, THG is a fourth-generation family-owned business managing a diverse portfolio of more than 30 companies specializing in heavy construction and materials, environmental services, and specialty chemicals. HG Ventures is the venture capital arm of The Heritage Group, partnering with and investing in innovative, high-growth companies that support a sustainable future in materials, infrastructure, environmental solutions, and industrial systems. HG Ventures delivers differentiated value to its portfolio by activating THG's deep operating expertise, strategic assets, and long-standing industry relationships. HG Ventures operates at the intersection of traditional venture capital and corporate venture capital, combining the speed, autonomy, and rigor of an independent VC with the long-term capital base and strategic depth of a 95-year-old industrial platform. This hybrid model enables the team to move decisively, take a long-term view, and work hands-on with founders to scale real-world solutions in complex, asset-intensive industries. Team members gain uncommon exposure across investing, company building, and industrial operations, while benefiting from close mentorship by senior investors and a clearly defined path toward Managing Director. For investors who want responsibility, impact, and the opportunity to build a lasting venture franchise, HG Ventures offers a distinctive and compelling platform. The Director will work closely with the investment team to source, lead, analyze and win deals on behalf of HG Ventures, owning outcomes from thesis through close and into portfolio value creation. They will represent the firm in the market and must bring deep curiosity and conviction across the domains of HG Ventures' platform. This person is a driven, team-oriented, and proactive leader who brings an established network, a track record of leading investments, and the judgment to identify and prioritize unique opportunities. This person will flex across the deal sourcing platform and will need to be excited about expanding into new areas of investment; they will collaborate closely with colleagues to perform diligence and make decisions that are best for the team. At HG Ventures, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable investing and corporate venture capital. You'll work within a small team that takes pride in achieving outsized results through corporate-startup partnerships. This position is based in Indianapolis with the ability to WFH one day per week. Qualified candidates must currently reside in the Indianapolis, IN area or be willing to relocate.

Requirements

5+ years of venture investing experience and 8 years total work experience, including a demonstrated record of leading investments from sourcing through close and portfolio support.
Demonstrated mastery in identifying a thesis behind an investment, leading diligence, digging deep to get to ground truth in the midst of ambiguity, winning over an entrepreneur, and effectively driving results for the most important issues in a startup (hiring, fundraising, recruiting, BD)
Experience in creating and manipulating capitalization charts and term sheets for private, venture-backed companies
Proven ability to compete and win; track record of successful outcomes leading deals
Ability to travel as needed.
Ability to work in an office setting behind a computer/desk for up to 8 hours daily.

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidates will have operational or investment experience in market sectors relevant to The Heritage Group and HG Ventures

Responsibilities

Define and own investment theses on high impact markets and source investment opportunities in said markets
Lead and perform due diligence including team evaluation, business analysis, industry analysis, competitive landscape, financial modeling, and make investment recommendations on companies in the US and international markets
Create a differentiated value proposition for founders and serve as the deal champion for given investment processes
Work with portfolio company management teams to add leverage around key operational initiatives and take Board or Board Observer roles where appropriate
Collaborate with and help develop venture colleagues to support the full portfolio and investing activities
Represent the firm and build relationships with founders, executives, and other investors at external and internal events
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.