Alumni Ventures is one of the world’s most active venture capital platforms, with $1.4B+ in assets raised and investments in 1,600+ 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, Manchester, NH, London and Tokyo we’re rapidly growing and committed to fueling entrepreneurial success while developing the next generation of VC professionals.
We believe our best work happens when we’re together. AV operates as a 5-day-a-week, in-office culture because collaboration, mentorship, and shared momentum matter.
About the Role
Alumni Ventures is seeking a full-time Senior Associate to join our Cardinal Investment Team. This role sits on a team that invests for Spike Ventures and will contribute across sourcing, investing, and portfolio management. The stage focus of AV funds is primarily Seed to Series A, with about one-third of the work in Growth stage deals. Alumni Ventures is a multi-sector fund; this role is for a generalist investing athlete.
The Senior Associate will increase deal sourcing volume and pipeline quality across the team, while also strengthening the team’s investment edge through research, content, and competitive intelligence. This person will operate as a shared resource, contributing to each person’s workflow, while building their own sourcing motion over time. We’re looking for someone who is highly self-directed, is proactive in communication and follow-through, and is intellectually curious with strong technical instincts.
This position will be based out of our Menlo Park office and is in office five days per week.
What You’ll Do
Investing & Deal Execution
- Identify and research potential investment opportunities and develop a strong deal pipeline
- Vet potential deal opportunities aligned with AV’s investment mandate, including interviews with founders, customers, and market participants
- Develop investment memos and support Investment Committee processes
- Present companies and collaborate closely with the Managing Partner and broader AV team
Deal Sourcing & Pipeline Development
- Own a consistent sourcing motion, including tracking inbound opportunities, proactive outreach, and event participation
- Build and maintain relationships with VCs, entrepreneurs, incubators, and ecosystem participants
- Leverage tools (e.g., Harmonic and others) to support structured prospecting and pipeline development
- Manage deal flow systems, ensuring accurate tagging, tracking, and database integrity
Portfolio Management & Monitoring
- Assist in monitoring existing investments and supporting portfolio companies across various needs
- Track portfolio company updates, flag risks, opportunities, and upcoming fundraises
- Coordinate with internal teams to triage and support portfolio requests
- Maintain fund performance metrics in collaboration with AV finance and back office teams
Research, Insights & Content
- Conduct competitive and market research, including sector landscapes, market maps, and company analyses
- Develop and refine investment theses across key sectors
- Contribute to internal materials (investment memos, research briefs) and external-facing content (blog posts, market insights, syndicate materials)
- Develop and maintain proprietary deal and market intelligence
Collaboration & Culture
- Work closely with sibling funds to identify shared investment opportunities
- Educate deal sources and founders about AV and manage relationships with professionalism and clarity
- Contribute positively to AV’s culture and team effectiveness
- MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- Stanford background is a plus
- 1–5 years of venture capital experience, supplemented by 5–10 years of overall work experience
- Demonstrated experience working with AI tools or platforms
- Ability to evaluate and integrate AI tools to enhance workflows and decision-making
- Strong analytical, financial analysis, organizational, and writing skills
- Excellent communication skills with a professional presence and ability to build relationships internally and externally
- Ability to quickly evaluate a venture’s business model, market opportunity, and team
- Strong awareness of the venture capital ecosystem, including key firms and trends
- Familiarity with venture deal structures, terms, and industry practices
- Technical curiosity and ability to engage with emerging technologies and trends
- Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, decision-useful insights
Our Culture & How We Work at AV
Regardless of title, this is what great looks like at AV.
- Put team and stakeholders first. We win together and measure success by the value we create for our investors, founders, and each other.
- Take extreme ownership and bias toward action. We act like owners, move with urgency, and follow through.
- Debate rigorously and commit fully. We welcome diverse views, use data and sound judgment, and once aligned, execute as one team.
- Focus on what matters most. We prioritize impact, simplify where possible, and channel energy where we have a real advantage.
- Be AI-forward and tech-optimistic. We actively use AI and emerging technologies to work smarter, make better decisions, and amplify human judgment — not replace it.
- Stay curious and think big. We are continuous learners, aim high and build for long-term impact.
Benefits & Perks
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.
- Comprehensive health coverage with multiple plan options, including employer-funded deductible support and HSA contributions
- Dental and vision plans with multiple coverage tiers
- Tax-advantaged accounts including HSA, FSA, and commuter benefits (with monthly employer contribution)
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Company-paid life and disability insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage
- Additional support programs including EAP, health advocacy, and wellness resources
- Flexible, unlimited PTO and generous paid parental leave
- 11 company holidays
Compensation
Compensation includes a starting base salary of $150,000 - 160,000 plus equity, carry potential, and corporate bonus.
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. Privacy Policy
Skills Required
- MBA or other advanced degree
- 1-5 years of venture capital experience
- Strong analytical and financial analysis skills
- Excellent communication skills
What We Do
Alumni Ventures is a network-powered venture capital firm, disrupting the venture industry for both companies raising capital and investors seeking access to this asset class. We invest alongside many of the most well-known venture firms: Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia, Greylock Partners, First Round, and Thrive Capital. For ENTREPRENEURS, we provide transparent, low-friction, value-add capital to innovative, high-growth companies from pre-seed through late stage. Our 60+ VCs are continually scouting and conducting due diligence on thousands of investment opportunities per year, and our central CEO Services team is dedicated to helping our portfolio companies succeed through bespoke services and by leveraging the power of our vast network. For INDIVIDUAL INVESTORS, we make investing in professional venture capital simple and accessible. Each of our over two dozen annual vintage funds provides investors with a smart, robust, and diversified venture portfolio. With quality access to investment opportunities and approachable fund minimums, true venture investing has never been more accessible. Choose your fund and let AV do the rest, or actively evaluate and opt into additional syndication fund investments. QUICK FACTS - Named to Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies list for 2022 - Named the SECOND most active venture firm in the US & the THIRD most active venture firm in the world by Pitchbook League Tables (2021) - Voted "Best Alternate Investments Platform" in the 2021 Benzinga Global Fintech Awards - 600K+ investors, community members, subscribers - 900+ high-growth portfolio companies invested in on behalf of our investors - 175+ staff including 60+ full-time investors in key US venture hubs - 400+ Alumni Ventures Fellow Program graduates - Investment size: Our checks range from $50K–$10M+ AV's JUST CAUSE To grow and engage with an inclusive community of teammates, investors, and entrepreneurs disrupting the status quo in order to build a better future.
