Venture Capital Strategy Associate

Freshminds; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshminds is partnering with a multi‑strategy private investment firm to recruit a Venture Capital Associate. The role focuses on early‑stage investments and growth equity opportunities, with a global reach and emphasis on AI‑driven opportunities in the US market.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, conduct rigorous research, and help shape investment theses while engaging with key stakeholders across portfolios.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, venture capital or private equity.
• Strong analytical and research skills; ability to distill complex info into clear insights.
• Proactive, self‑motivated and comfortable taking ownership in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO and Chief of Staff to research markets, trends and strategic opportunities.
• Support LP and investor communications; help strengthen stakeholder relationships.
• Assess operating models and planning processes to identify investment opportunities and value creation.
• Contribute to strategic projects across the investment portfolio.

Skills

Investment banking

Strategy consulting

Venture capital

Private equity

Job description

About the Opportunity

Freshminds has partnered with a multi-strategy private investment firm seeking a Venture Capital Associate to join its team. The firm focuses on early-stage investments within the growth equity space, investing globally across a diverse range of industries and asset classes, with a particular focus on AI-driven opportunities in the US market.

This role would suit candidates with experience in investment banking, consulting, strategy, or a broader investment environment who are looking to move into a more commercially focused position. It is ideal for individuals who enjoy analytical problem-solving, research, and building strong stakeholder relationships.

What You'll Do

• Work closely with the CEO and Chief of Staff to conduct research on markets, industry trends, and strategic opportunities.
• Support LP and investor communications, helping to manage and strengthen key stakeholder relationships.
• Assess operating models, planning processes, and organisational systems to identify investment opportunities and areas for value creation.
• Contribute to strategic projects and initiatives across the investment portfolio.

What We're Looking For

• 1-2 years of experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, venture capital or private equity
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to distil complex information into clear insights.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-paced environment.