Associate, Leading Venture Capital Fund, London, UK | London, UK

PER, Private Equity Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate to join their dynamic early-stage investment team in London. This role offers the opportunity to engage in the entire transaction process, from deal sourcing to portfolio management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical skillset, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a genuine passion for technology and start-ups. By representing the fund at industry events and networking with founders, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of transformative technology businesses. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in banking or consulting is essential.
• Operational experience in a start-up or scale-up is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work across the transaction process from deal sourcing to portfolio management.
• Support strategy development, business planning, and fundraising for portfolio companies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Networking

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Interest in Technology

Job description

Associate, Leading Venture Capital Fund, London, UK

About our client
Our client is a world-renowned venture capital firm with a strong track record of backing category-defining technology companies. With a global presence and deep expertise in early and growth-stage investing, they continue to shape the future of the tech ecosystem.

They are looking to hire an Associate to join their high-calibre early-stage investment team in London.

Given their focus on transformative technology businesses, it is essential that you have a genuine passion for start-ups and innovation and a strong analytical skillset.

What the job involves

• You will work across the entire transaction process, from deal identification and sourcing to portfolio management support.
• You will support the team and portfolio companies with the strategy development, business planning, monitoring, fundraising, and exit planning requirements.
• You will also be involved with the identification and evaluation of new deal opportunities.
• Representing the fund in the industry - attending conferences and networking with founders and other investment professionals.

Who we are looking for

• Full-time experience in banking or consulting is essential.
• Additional operational experience in a start-up or scale-up is desirable.
• Demonstrable interest in technology.
• A natural networker with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• A passion for start-ups with exciting growth plans.