Principal
2 weeks ago
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
As Principal, you'll be at the forefront of sourcing, evaluating, and executing deals for various funds while collaborating across the broader AV platform.
The role is fundamentally T-shaped. It is a generalist investing role spanning sectors and stages, but with the encouragement to develop thesis areas. The center of our focus is on Seed and Series A as well as some investing in Pre-Seed and Growth-stage opportunities. You'll help shape a portfolio of 25 investments annually, with 25+ follow-on opportunities, deliver top-tier fund performance, and strengthen our position in the venture ecosystem.
You'll work closely with the Managing Partner, Venture Associate, and broader team to identify high-potential companies, lead diligence and negotiation, and nurture relationships with founders, co-investors, and industry partners. Your network will be critical here. Cultivating relationships with colleagues, VCs, and founders to navigate your way into the most elite deals is essential. Your success will come from creativity, warmth, and smarts.
This position is a hybrid role, with an expectation that this individual will work in the office M/T/Th/F.
What You'll 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Partner with the team to support fundraising activities, investor relations, and community engagement through events, webinars, and thought leadership.
- 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.
- 7+ years of professional experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, consulting, or startups.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Hands-on familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Gemini) and ability to integrate them into team workflows.
The Principal role has a salary range of $175,000 to $185,000, depending on level and experience. Total compensation also includes equity participation, potential carried interest, an annual corporate bonus, and standard company benefits.
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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