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IIT – ProgramDexter Future Leaders*

Analyst Promotion Path:

• Senior Analyst:

Promotion in 2 years
(1-1.5 years with exceptional performance)

• Associate:

Promotion in 4 years
(2.5-3.5 years with exceptional performance)

Note: Promotions are performance-based, with eligibility for the Dexter Retention Bonus Program.

We aim to hire leaders of tomorrow from premier engineering institutes, including IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Kanpur, IIT Guwahati, IIT Roorkee, IIT BHU and BITS (Pilani campus only). The document outlines compensation packages and hiring criteria applicable to each tier.

Compensation Overview

First Year

Total CTC: ₹14L

  • • Gross Annual:₹10L
  • • Performance Bonus:₹2L
  • • Annual Benefits:₹2L

Second Year

Total CTC: ₹17L

  • • Gross Annual:₹12L
  • • Performance Bonus:₹3L
  • • Annual Benefits:₹2L

Third Year

Total CTC: ₹21L

  • • Gross Annual:₹15L
  • • Performance Bonus:₹4L
  • • Annual Benefits:₹2L

Variable Compensation

  • Additional variable compensation may be provided in line with the organization’s policy.
  • Performance-based Bonus: Based on exceptional performance (8/10 on Dexter's Performance Rating Matrix), team revenue performance, and CEO discretion

Indicative Compensation for Years 2 & 3

  • The compensation structure for years 2 and 3 is indicative.
  • Exceptional candidates may receive a higher package, determined on a case-by-case basis.

Outplacement Support

  • After 3 years, Dexter will offer outplacement support to candidates looking to move to buy-side roles in PE/VC/Family Office firms.
  • Outplacement support is subject to performance and CEO discretion.

Hiring Criteria

Educational Background

  • Only candidates from IIT (Bombay, Delhi, Madras, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Guwahati, Roorkee, BHU) and BITS Pilani (Pilani campus only).

Experience

  • Must Have: At least 6+ months of past work/internship experience in a VC/PE fund or Investment Bank.
  • Good to Have: 12+ months of experience in a startup (growth or product roles only).

Academic Focus

  • Curriculum: Final-year minors/electives in business, management, economics, or entrepreneurship.
  • CFA Certification: CFA Level 1 is mandatory (higher levels carry more weight).

Additional Qualifications

Good to Have: Extra-curricular achievements such as:

  • Wins in reputed B-Plan or stock pitch/valuation competitions.
  • Contributions to campus E-Cells, student-run funds, incubators, or Placement Committees.

Dealmaker Track

This role is equivalent to a Partner at Dexter Capital. Candidates will be supported in pursuing careers outside Dexter (e.g., via MBA, buy-side roles, or entrepreneurship). However, Dexter also encourages candidates to stay and grow within the organization or its affiliates (Dexter Ventures or Delta Partners).

Dexter Retention Bonus Program

  • After 3 years of service, candidates are eligible for an additional retention bonus of 15 Lacs, distributed in three equal annual installments, if they choose to continue with Dexter.
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