Investment Manager – Global Venture Capital Fund (Tech & Sustainability)

Cornell Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global venture capital fund in London is seeking an experienced Investment Manager to lead deal origination and drive transaction execution. The role involves sourcing and assessing investments in early-stage startups, conducting thorough due diligence, and maintaining a strong network within the startup ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in investment roles, particularly in technology, and possess an entrepreneurial mindset.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years’ experience in VC/CVC, investment banking, or private equity.
• Proven track record as a technology investor.
• Strong transactional background.

Responsibilities

• Lead deal origination and build a network across industry stakeholders.
• Conduct due diligence and present opportunities to the Investment Committee.
• Monitor portfolio performance and support board work.

Skills

Deal origination

Financial modelling

Due diligence

Networking

Investment analysis

Job description

Cornell Search are supporting a global venture capital fund with the hire of an Investment Manager to join their growing London team.

The fund has recently launched a new vehicle with significant committed capital and invests internationally from seed through to series C/D, with a focus on consumer and technology.

The Opportunity

• Take a lead role in deal origination, building a strong network across founders, investors, and industry stakeholders.
• Conduct commercial, financial, and technical due diligence, bringing sharp insight into emerging technologies.
• Drive transaction execution, including financial modelling, structuring, and negotiation.
• Work closely with portfolio companies to support growth and connect them with the fund’s global ecosystem.
• Contribute to shaping the fund’s broader investment thesis in technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, assess, and execute investments in early and growth-stage startups
• Conduct market mapping, commercial and financial due diligence, and present opportunities to the Investment Committee
• Develop and maintain a strong network in the startup ecosystem, with founders, VCs, and accelerators
• Monitor portfolio performance, support board work, and help scale impactful ventures globally

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in VC/CVC, investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or strategy consulting.
• Proven track record as a technology investor.
• Strong transactional background, including financial modelling, structuring, and execution.
• Preferred experience across sustainability and technology sectors, including Enterprise SaaS, AI, supply chain & logistics, blockchain, automation, and robotics.
• Experience working directly with founders and management teams.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with high EQ/IQ and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.