Associate, Venture Investing

Growth Equity Interview Guide; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Proofpoint Capital is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate in the Greater Philadelphia area to join a growing venture capital team. Responsibilities span sourcing deals, performing due diligence, building financial models, and supporting portfolio companies through board observer roles.

The role offers mentorship from experienced investors and exposure to Vertical AI opportunities. The ideal candidate will have 2–8 years in VC/PE, strong financial analysis skills, and a keen interest in AI.

Qualifications

• 2–8 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, or related fields.
• Experience in enterprise software or technology is preferred.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other office software.

Responsibilities

• Source and screen investment opportunities.
• Conduct due diligence and financial analysis on potential deals.
• Build financial models to support investment decisions.
• Support portfolio companies and take on board observer responsibilities.
• Help improve internal processes and tools.

Skills

Venture capital experience

Enterprise software/tech

Financial analysis & modelling

Office software proficiency

AI tools interest

Strong communication

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Proofpoint Capital is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to join their team in Greater Philadelphia. This role involves working closely with experienced investors throughout the investment lifecycle, from sourcing deals to supporting portfolio companies. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of a new venture capital firm focused on Vertical AI, with plenty of room for growth and learning.

What You’ll Do

• Source and screen investment opportunities.
• Conduct due diligence and financial analysis on potential deals.
• Build financial models to support investment decisions.
• Support portfolio companies and take on board observer responsibilities.
• Help improve internal processes and tools.

What You Need

• 2-8 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, or related fields.
• Experience in enterprise software or technology is preferred.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other office software.
• Interest in AI tools and technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

What You’ll Love

• Opportunity to join a new venture capital firm at an early stage.
• Significant growth potential and mentorship from experienced investors.
• Work with cutting-edge AI tools in the investment process.
• Be part of a team that has a strong track record in building successful companies.

About the Firm

• Proofpoint Capital focuses on early-stage investments in Vertical AI.
• The firm has a strong emphasis on sectors like healthcare and financial services.
• The team has generated over $40B in enterprise value from previous ventures.
• They are raising a $200M first fund to support their investment strategy.