Impact Investing Associate — Part‑Time, Hybrid

Oxford University Innovation; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK university innovation organization is seeking a part-time Investment Associate to support mission-driven businesses and manage funding mechanisms. The ideal candidate will have experience in a business or financial environment, with a passion for social entrepreneurship. Responsibilities include working with partners, supporting funding applications, managing portfolios, and traveling to various universities. Salary ranges from £18,000 to £20,000, with benefits like hybrid working and a pension contribution.

Benefits

30 days holiday & 8 bank holidays

Up to 10% rewards scheme

10% pension contribution

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for mission-led businesses.
• Ability to contribute to building relationships within OUI and external partners.
• Initiative to find solutions to problems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail in data management.
• Interest in UK early-stage investment market.
• Ability to make considered decisions based on analysis.

Responsibilities

• Work with ImpactU partners to scout potential applicants.
• Support management of FdT Health Impact Loans.
• Assist in onboarding new partner organisations.
• Manage portfolio and support funded companies.
• Travel to various Member Universities as required.

Skills

Relationship building

Self-starter mindset

Strong communication skills

Data management

Interest in early-stage investment

Commercial analysis

Education

Undergraduate degree in a related subject

Job description

A UK university innovation organization is seeking a part-time Investment Associate to support mission-driven businesses and manage funding mechanisms. The ideal candidate will have experience in a business or financial environment, with a passion for social entrepreneurship. Responsibilities include working with partners, supporting funding applications, managing portfolios, and traveling to various universities. Salary ranges from £18,000 to £20,000, with benefits like hybrid working and a pension contribution.