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About Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures is one of the world’s most active venture capital platforms, with $1.4B+ in assets raised and investments in 1,300+ companies. Our network of 850,000+ members and 40+ dedicated investors connects accredited individuals to high-quality venture deals—typically reserved for institutions—through our alumni-driven communities and diversified co-investment strategy. With offices in Boston, New York, Chicago, Menlo Park, and Manchester, NH, we’re rapidly growing and committed to fueling entrepreneurial success while developing the next generation of VC professionals.

About the Role

Alumni Ventures is looking for a full-time Senior Associate to join one of our investment teams. This position is part of a team that manages Waterman Ventures and 116 Street Ventures, as well as helps with International Initiatives.

The position primarily focuses on sourcing investment opportunities, managing investment processes, and overseeing portfolio management tasks. Alumni Ventures is a multi-sector investor with a preference for Seed and Series A/B opportunities. This role is designed for a generalist investment athlete.

This individual will also assist in researching and evaluating potential investment strategies, as well as managing relationships with portfolio companies and fellow venture investors. Alumni Ventures operates exclusively as a co-investor, investing alongside well-established venture funds. The successful candidate will source high-quality investments for our funds and have significant input in creating annual portfolios of approximately 20 to 30 venture investments per fund.

This position will be based out of New York and is a hybrid role, with an expectation that this individual will work in the office at least 4 days per week. Alumni Ventures is a fast-paced, professional, entrepreneurial environment.

What You’l Do

Deal Sourcing

• Proactively source and contribute high-quality leads that align with the team’s investment thesis and firm-wide initiatives.
• Drive a strong conversion rate from sourced deals to qualified investment opportunities.

Due Diligence

• Lead initial due diligence on potential investments, engaging directly with founders, customers, and market data.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging opportunities to strengthen investment decisions.

Investment Success

• Contribute to the successful execution of approved investments, from term sheet to close.
• Maintain tight alignment with the firm’s investment strategy to build a high-performing, well-balanced portfolio.

Network Development

• Grow and leverage a robust network of founders, VCs, and industry experts to gain access to top-tier deal flow.
• Build relationships that expand the firm’s visibility and influence in the venture ecosystem.

Administrative Support to Fundraising

• Partner with the team to support fundraising activities, investor relations, and community engagement through events, webinars, and thought leadership.

Assist with Portfolio Management

• Actively manage and support portfolio companies, fostering growth and long-term value creation.
• Monitor portfolio performance through regular CEO check-ins, performance tracking, and strategic guidance.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of professional experience across venture capital, private equity, investment banking, consulting, or startups.
• Hands-on familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Gemini) and ability to integrate them into team workflow

Compensation includes a starting base salary of $175,000 plus equity, carry potential, and corporate bonus.

Our benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Flexible PTO, and Parental Leave as well as career development.

All employment is subject to passing a background check. Alumni Ventures is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Please review our Privacy Policy.

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