Junior Investor, Exciting Seed Fund, London, UK

PER, Private Equity Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed venture capital fund is seeking a high-caliber junior Investor to join their dynamic team. This role will involve screening and executing investment transactions while fostering relationships with start-up founders and senior management teams. The ideal candidate will have a scientific academic background, a passion for early-stage businesses, and the ability to network effectively. You will play a pivotal role in conducting due diligence, representing the firm at industry events, and providing essential post-investment support to portfolio companies. If you are highly commercial and eager to contribute to the growth of innovative ventures, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on investment transactions.
• Experience in venture capital or related fields is essential.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess investment transactions to identify opportunities.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and support portfolio companies.

Skills

Investment Analysis

Due Diligence

Networking

Commercial Acumen

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Education

Scientific Academic Background

Job description

About our client

We are collaborating with an esteemed venture capital fund which specializes in Seed stages. They are currently seeking a high caliber junior Investor to join their team. With a focus on diverse sectors including consumer, digital health, clean health, and software, our client maintains a proven co-investment model alongside top-tier angel investors in the UK.

What the job involves

1. You will assume a pivotal role in screening, assessment, and execution of investment transactions.
2. You will foster relationships with founders and senior management teams of start-ups to ensure a steady flow of investment opportunities.
3. You will conduct thorough due diligence to formulate robust investment hypotheses.
4. You will act as a representative of the firm at industry gatherings and conferences, cultivating partnerships and enhancing visibility within the sector.
5. You will provide post-investment support to portfolio companies and actively contribute to their growth and success.

Who we are looking for

1. Scientific academic background is essential.
2. Highly commercial with some relevant work experience and a passion for early stage businesses.
3. Full-time experience in venture capital is essential.
4. A natural networker with an entrepreneurial and collaborative mindset.
5. High level of flexibility and sense of responsibility.
6. Open to spending two days a week in the Sheffield office.