Investment Analyst - Venture Capital
2 days ago
City of London
Job Title: Investment Analyst – Venture Capital Experience: 8 to 10 years Location: London, United Kingdom Employment Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially astute Investment Analyst to join our client's Venture Capital team in London. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in evaluating early-stage investment opportunities, supporting portfolio management activities, and driving research across high-growth technology and innovation-led sectors. This position offers significant exposure to founders, investors, fund partners, and strategic stakeholders, providing an excellent platform for professional development within the VC ecosystem. Key Responsibilities Investment & Deal Sourcing • Identify and evaluate investment opportunities through market mapping, networking, inbound deal flow and ecosystem engagement., • Conduct financial modelling, valuation analysis and sensitivity assessments to support investment decision-making., • Prepare investment memos, pitch decks, and due diligence materials for internal review and IC presentations. Due Diligence & Market Research • Undertake detailed market research, competitor analysis, and trend forecasting across priority verticals., • Perform commercial, financial, operational and strategic due diligence on potential investments., • Engage with founders, industry experts, and sector specialists to validate assumptions and growth drivers. Portfolio Support & Monitoring • Monitor financial and operational performance of portfolio companies, identifying risks, opportunities, and value-creation levers., • Support portfolio founders with strategic planning, fundraising, KPI analysis, and market expansion insights., • Assist in exit planning, fundraising rounds, and scenario modelling. Internal Collaboration & Reporting • Work closely with senior partners, associates and cross-functional teams to develop investment theses., • Prepare internal reports, dashboards, and portfolio performance summaries for senior stakeholders., • Represent the firm at industry events, demo days, conferences, and accelerator programmes. Required Skills & Experience • 8 to 10 years of relevant experience within venture capital firm., • Strong financial modelling capabilities, including valuation, forecasting, and scenario analysis., • Excellent analytical, research and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to evaluation., • Strong understanding of early-stage business models, technology innovation, and venture market dynamics., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information into clear investment recommendations., • Proficiency in Excel, financial modelling tools, market databases and presentation software (PowerPoint, Pitch, etc.)., • Ability to engage confidently with founders, stakeholders, and external advisors. Preferred Qualifications • Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related analytical field., • Experience working with high-growth startups, accelerators, or emerging technology sectors., • Familiarity with UK/EU regulatory ecosystems, venture funding structures, and term sheet negotiation.