Venture Capital Manager
Our client is an established and fast-growing investment platform specializing in private market opportunities. The company designs and operates technology-driven solutions that streamline venture capital transactions and investment processes, serving both institutional and individual investors. Their focus spans emerging technologies and high-growth sectors, with a data-centric approach to due diligence and portfolio analysis.
Mission
The Venture Capital Manager will lead the end-to-end due diligence process for private investment opportunities, managing a team of analysts and ensuring the production of clear, objective, and data-backed investment reports. This role is critical in enabling high-quality decision-making within the investment committee and across the investor network. The Manager will play a central role in structuring diligence frameworks, coordinating with company founders, and overseeing all supporting documentation required to assess the viability of early-stage ventures.
Responsibilities
Due Diligence Leadership
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Oversee the full lifecycle of investment evaluation, from company onboarding to final funding decision.
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Supervise and grow a team of 5–8 Analysts, setting priorities and ensuring high standards of research output.
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Guide analysts in conducting deep dives into business models, financial statements, pricing strategies, industry positioning, and market dynamics.
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Validate all due diligence outputs and provide structured feedback to ensure clarity, consistency, and analytical rigor.
Investment Research & Analysis
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Review and refine investment reports that summarize company profiles, market trends, and competitive analysis.
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Evaluate pitch decks, financial projections, and strategic plans to assess investment attractiveness.
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Continuously monitor developments in the startup and venture capital ecosystem to inform team research.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Participate in weekly Investment Committee meetings, contributing insights and guiding investment decisions.
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Maintain direct communication with startup founders and executive teams during the evaluation process.
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Ensure completeness and compliance of all documentation and supporting materials.
Team Development & Operational Oversight
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Provide ongoing mentorship and performance feedback to team members.
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Troubleshoot bottlenecks and implement process improvements in the diligence workflow.
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Contribute to the development of internal research frameworks and best practices.
Required Qualifications
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Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a management role within venture capital, private equity, or investment analysis.
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CFA designation or active pursuit of certification.
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Strong command of finance and accounting principles, including US GAAP.
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Demonstrated experience leading analytical teams and overseeing investment research.
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Excellent written communication skills, particularly in investment writing and technical editing.
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Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Preferred Experience
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Prior exposure to startup ecosystems, early-stage investments, or deal sourcing.
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Experience developing investment theses or working with online investment platforms.
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Familiarity with financial modeling, cap table analysis, and exit scenario planning.