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Alumni Ventures is a leading venture capital platform with $1.4B+ in assets under management and investments in 1,600+ companies. The firm operates through a network of 850,000+ accredited members and 40+ dedicated investors, democratizing access to high-quality venture deals typically reserved for institutions.
As Principal in the London office, you will lead sourcing, evaluation, and execution of venture investments across the UK, Europe, and MENA regions, with a focus on Series A-D stage companies. You'll be responsible for originating and supporting 5-7 investments annually, deploying approximately $5-20M annually from the region while collaborating with the broader Alumni Ventures platform.
Your core responsibilities include:
- Identifying and sourcing high-potential companies across EMEA
- Leading investment diligence and negotiation processes
- Building and nurturing relationships with founders, co-investors, and ecosystem partners
- Supporting portfolio monitoring and execution
- Contributing to the firm's investment theses and thought leadership in the EMEA venture landscape
- Developing expertise in early and growth-stage venture investing across sectors
You'll work within one of Alumni Ventures' ten investing teams, led by a Managing Partner based in the US, while supporting the Executive Managing Director for EMEA on regional activities. The role requires a T-shaped skill set: generalist investing capability with developing depth in EMEA venture dynamics. Success demands creativity, relationship-building ability, analytical rigor, and entrepreneurial hustle.
The London office operates with startup-like energy and requires substantial autonomy, flexibility with ambiguity, and alignment with a global investment platform. Regular travel within Europe and the Middle East is expected, with occasional trips to the US East Coast for investment collaboration and firm meetings. The company maintains a 5-day-a-week in-office culture emphasizing collaboration and mentorship.
