Senior VC Associate @ Cintrifuse Capital in Cincinnati, OH

VC Stack; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Health benefits

HSA/FSA

Wellness program

401(k) match

Parental leave

PTO

Access to all Cintrifuse and Union Hall events

Job summary

VC Stack is seeking a Senior Associate to play a key role in Cincinnati’s startup ecosystem. This full-time position includes sourcing and evaluating technology startups, supporting portfolio companies, and engaging with investors. Ideal candidates will have over 4 years of venture capital experience and a technical background.

Competitive salary and benefits, with a hybrid work schedule at a collaborative workspace.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of work experience in venture capital or a venture-backed technology startup.
• Technical expertise, ideally in software development or product management.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and diligence of Cincinnati-area technology startups.
• Build and maintain relationships with founders and venture investors.
• Serve as a strategic resource to portfolio companies.
• Collaborate with the team for investor reporting and communications.
• Provide support for timely execution of organizational priorities.

Skills

Financial modeling and analysis

Relationship building

Technical expertise in software development

Exceptional communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field or finance-related discipline

Job description

About the Role:

Excited to work with a team who is passionate about venture capital, innovation, and entrepreneurship? The Senior Associate will play a critical role in Cintrifuse Capital’s investment strategy and the Cincinnati startup ecosystem. The position’s main responsibilities will be identifying and evaluating high‑potential startups, driving due diligence processes, and supporting portfolio companies post‑investment, with a particular focus on potential investments that are more technical in nature. This individual will leverage their technical expertise and venture experience to make informed investment decisions and help grow Cincinnati’s innovation economy.

This role is considered an access person for Cintrifuse Capital. As an SEC registered investment adviser, all access persons of Cintrifuse Capital are required to comply with the rules and regulations of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and report on the firm’s code of ethics.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Investment Diligence & Execution

• Lead sourcing and diligence of Cincinnati‑area technology startups with venture‑scale growth potential.
• Analyze business models, financials, market opportunities, and competitive landscapes.
• Prepare and present detailed investment memos to the Cintrifuse Capital team.

2. Deal Flow & Ecosystem Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with founders, venture investors, and key subject matter experts.
• Proactively engage with the local startup ecosystem via events and other networking opportunities to drive deal flow.

3. Portfolio Company Support

• Serve as a strategic resource to portfolio companies, offering support on operational challenges and being a key thought partner around early‑stage venture building and fundraising.
• Monitor portfolio performance and provide insights to the team.

4. Investor Relations

• Collaborate with the team to fulfill investor reporting and communications.
• Assist with portfolio updates and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.

5. Organizational Support

• Provide support across the team to ensure timely and efficient execution of organizational priorities.
• Collaborate with the entire organization to ideate on and deliver best‑in‑class programs that enhance Cincinnati’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Qualifications:

Required Experience:

• 4+ years of work experience in venture capital or a venture‑backed technology startup
• Technical expertise, ideally a background in software development, product management, or a relevant technical domain.

Education:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering) or finance‑related discipline.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills.
• Proven ability to evaluate emerging technologies and business models.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication; ability to simplify complex concepts.
• High degree of initiative, critical thinking, and problem‑solving ability.
• Relationship‑building expertise with founders, investors, and ecosystem partners.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Prior experience conducting end‑to‑end diligence and executing venture investments.
• Passion for supporting regional startup ecosystems and driving local innovation.
• Comfort networking and representing Cintrifuse in front of founders and partners.
• Curiosity for emerging technologies, especially in verticals like Supply Chain, Health Tech, and Fintech.

This is a full‑time, Cincinnati‑based position with a hybrid work schedule. Competitive salary commensurate with experience; benefits include full Health benefits, HSA/FSA, Wellness program, 401(k) match, Parental leave, and PTO in a collaborative, dog‑friendly, casual dress co‑working space at Union Hall. You’ll also have access to all Cintrifuse and Union Hall events.

Cintrifuse is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We encourage applicants from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups who could bring diverse perspectives to our mission.