We are seeking an Investment Associate with approximately 3 years of relevant experience to support both the investment team and investor-facing activities. This role sits at the intersection of deal execution and LP engagement and is ideal for someone who enjoys analytical rigor, relationship management, and building scalable processes within a growing venture platform.

The Associate will contribute to sourcing and diligence for new investments while also supporting fundraising, LP communications, and ongoing investor reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Investment Responsibilities

• Support deal sourcing through market research, founder outreach, and inbound screening
• Conduct diligence on prospective investments, including market analysis, competitive landscape review, and financial modeling
• Assist with investment memos, IC materials, and post-investment monitoring
• Track portfolio performance metrics and support quarterly portfolio reviews
• Maintain deal pipeline and portfolio tracking systems
• Support partner-led negotiations and transaction execution as needed
• Prepare pre-meeting research and briefing materials
• Conduct ongoing portfolio and sector research

Investor Relations Responsibilities

• Assist with fundraising efforts, including pitch materials, data room preparation, and LP diligence requests
• Prepare and distribute quarterly investor newsletters and performance summaries
• Support annual investor meetings, including events in San Francisco and Japan
• Prepare ad hoc LP updates and support investor webinars
• Ensure compliance with fund reporting and disclosure obligations
• Create and maintain dashboards for investor and portfolio reporting

Qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, consulting, fund operations, or investor relations
• Strong analytical skills with experience in market research and financial analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly with external stakeholders
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Proficiency with Excel / Google Sheets, PowerPoint / Google Slides, and CRM tools
• Proficiency with Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar tools; Replit or N8N experience is a plus
• Prior exposure to VC fund operations or LP reporting
• Experience supporting fundraising processes
• Familiarity with early-stage venture metrics and portfolio tracking
• Experience working with international or institutional investors

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with a salary to $130K
• Benefits
• Direct exposure to senior investors, founders, and LPs
• Clear path to senior investment or IR leadership roles
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment