Associate - Investor Relations & Fund Strategy

Kinetic Investments; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative venture capital firm is seeking a dynamic Associate to enhance investor relations and support fundraising efforts. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with top-tier investors, contribute to deal sourcing, and participate in fund operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, bringing strategic thinking and relationship-building skills to the forefront. Join a passionate team committed to transforming the digital landscape and making a meaningful impact in the startup ecosystem. This is your chance to grow professionally while being part of something significant from the ground up.

Benefits

Access to coworking space

Quarterly team socials

Company bonus scheme

Annual personal development budget

Health insurance

Sabbatical policy

Working from home budgets

Generous holiday entitlement

Life insurance

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in VC, private equity, or investor relations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective LPs.
• Lead fundraising activities and manage the early-stage startup pipeline.

Skills

Investor Relations

Fundraising

Communication Skills

Deal Sourcing

Portfolio Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Associate - Investor Relations & Fund Strategy

Associate - Investor Relations & Fund Strategy

This range is provided by Kinetic Investments. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Kinetic Investments is a venture capital firm dedicated to early-stage companies that are transforming the digital landscape. Our mission is to drive startup ambitions to definitive successes through strategic investments and dynamic partnerships.

Since our inception in 2016, we have invested in 12 transformative startups and been behind over 100+ digital brands. We are not just investors; we are catalysts for change, committed to shaping the future of digital transformation.

We are looking for individuals who are switched on, passionate and motivated. If that sounds like yourself then please get in touch!

Role

The Investment team at Kinetic Investments is looking for a highly motivated and adaptable Associate to join us as we scale into our first fund (Fund I). This is a dynamic, multi-faceted role with a strong focus on investor relations, fundraising support, and external representation, while also contributing across deal-flow, portfolio, and fund operations.

We're looking for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, brings both strategic thinking and relationship instinct, and is excited to be part of a lean, ambitious team. You'll be a key player in how we show up to the world - and how we build what's next.

Key accountabilities

• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective LPs
• Lead or support fundraising activities, including LP communications, pipeline management, and presentation materials
• Represent the fund at events, conferences, and ecosystem gatherings
• Contribute to deal sourcing and manage the early-stage startup pipeline
• Support investment due diligence and ongoing portfolio monitoring
• Assist with fund operations, reporting, and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in VC, private equity, investor relations, fundraising, or high-growth startups
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable engaging senior stakeholders
• Confident working in a fast-paced, high-autonomy environment with shifting priorities
• Prior LP-facing experience, particularly with family offices or institutional investors
• Exposure to the full fund lifecycle — fundraising, investments, and portfolio management
• Experience in lean teams or startup settings with a hands-on, adaptable mindset
• Salary between £40,000 - £65,000, dependent on experience
• Remote working policy - Work from our London office, at home, or a combination of both
• Access to Uncommon - Our vibrant coworking space in central London, offering regular members events like weekly tea times, monthly drinks, and lunchtime yoga classes!
• Quarterly team socials
• Company bonus scheme
• £1000 annual personal learning and development budgets
• Vitality health insurance
• Sabbatical policy
• Working from home budgets
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (plus bank & public holidays), with an additional day added for every year worked, up to a maximum of 30 days
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee referral program
• Company pension scheme

Our values

• Catalysts in Action - We turn ideas into impact and empower those who take initiative to drive meaningful change.
• Relentless Growth - We're driven to grow continuously, always pushing past limits and reaching for more.
• Innovation Through Challenge - We see obstacles as opportunities to think bigger, solve creatively, and stretch our potential.
• Collective Momentum - We move forward together, valuing every voice and thriving through collaboration.
• Celebrate the Journey - We celebrate all of our wins as a team, finding purpose and pride in the process, not just the outcome.
• Continuous Advancement - We champion ongoing personal and professional development — learning never stops at Kinetic.

Perks of working with us

• You'll have the opportunity to work with a talented and friendly group of people who are driven to be the best at what they do
• We offer a place for you to take ownership of your work and grow within the business
• Everyone is valued, listened to and recognised as contributing in their own way to the company's success
• You'll have the opportunity to be part of something big from the start with real opportunities to grow professionally, make a lasting impact on our team, and be rewarded for your efforts
• We have a great work-hard play-hard culture, so expect lots of team socials!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development, Advertising, and Sales

• Industries

  Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, Financial Services, and Marketing Services

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