Alumni Ventures

Principal

New York, NY · Principal

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About the role

As Principal, you'll be based in our New York City office, sourcing, evaluating, and executing investments in promising startups alongside one of our investment teams while contributing across the broader Alumni Ventures platform.
Our main focus is Seed and Series A, with some Pre-Seed and Growth-stage investing as well.
Your success will come from intellectual curiosity, creativity, hustle, warmth, and smarts.

Develop investment theses and proactively source high-quality leads that align with those beliefs and firm-wide initiatives.
Drive a strong conversion rate from sourced deals to qualified investment opportunities.
Drive 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.
Build relationships that raise the firm's profile and reputation across the startup and investing world.
Support fundraising and investor relations by helping with founder- and investor-facing events, webinars, and writing that raises the firm's profile.
You'll help build a portfolio of approximately 25 new investments annually, plus 25+ follow-on investments in existing companies, and play a direct role in the fund's performance.

7+ years of professional experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, consulting, or startups.
Experience leading or playing a major role in due diligence, including sizing up a market, understanding competitors, and talking to references, resulting in a clear investment recommendation.
Comfort working independently on a small, fast-moving team.
Hands-on familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Gemini) and the ability to use them in everyday work.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
MBA or advanced degree preferred.

You'll help build a portfolio of approximately 25 new investments annually, plus 25+ follow-on investments in existing companies, and play a direct role in the fund's performance.

Comprehensive health coverage with multiple plan options, including employer-funded deductible support and HSA contributions
Dental and vision plans with multiple coverage tiers
We offer a flexible, employee-first benefits program designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work.
Benefits begin shortly after hire and are designed to give you choice and flexibility based on your needs.

Lead initial due diligence on potential investments, engaging directly with founders, customers, and market data.

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