Venture Capital jobs in United Kingdom

Position Overview

We are a leading asset management firm with a proven track record of identifying and nurturing high-potential opportunities in the financial and technology sectors. Our venture fund is at the forefront of innovation, focusing on investments in decentralized finance (DeFi), GameFi, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future.

Our strategy is simple yet impactful: we target seed and pre-seed investment opportunities where we can partner with visionary founders to unlock exponential growth. With a portfolio that reflects our success and a commitment to driving transformative change, we’re poised to expand our impact even further. Now, we’re looking for a Head of Venture to lead our dynamic team and elevate our venture fund to new heights.

Requirements

Must-Have:

1. 5+ years of venture capital experience;
2. Fluent English (both verbal and written);
3. Strong analytical skills with experience in traditional finance (e.g., hedge funds, investment banking, venture capital, private equity) and/or venture capital;
4. Extensive experience in capital raising;
5. Team management or operational leadership experience;
6. A robust network that can be leveraged for deal flow and strategic opportunities, with a proven ability to identify high-potential investments;
7. Protocol experience (e.g., business development, engineering, ecosystem knowledge);
8. Sales skills with the ability to close deals, alongside a natural talent for networking;
9. Familiarity with portfolio management dynamics;
10. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to meet deadlines;
11. Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and Mac systems.

Nice-to-Have:

1. M&A or trading experience (preferred but not essential);
2. A financial designation or license is advantageous but not mandatory.

Role & Responsibilities:

1. Lead a global team of venture associates, implementing the fund manager’s vision while adhering to the investment strategy and serving on the investment committee;
2. Support capital deployment, including sourcing, due diligence, and executing high-quality investment deals;
3. Manage a steady deal flow, monitoring investment exposure, liquid/illiquid assets, and KPIs, while continuously balancing the portfolio;
4. Play a pivotal role in DeFi and liquidity operations, in close collaboration with the quantitative trading team;
5. Perform market research, investment trend analysis, financial modeling, valuation assessments, due diligence, and offer project support for portfolio companies;
6. Prepare and manage reports and updates (e.g., investment notes, quarterly reports, monthly digests);
7. Collaborate with the fund manager to enhance team cohesion, ensure capital efficiency, and drive company growth;
8. Promote the fund by conducting interviews, fostering relationships with other funds, attending and speaking at conferences, and engaging in public forums;
9. Present the fund to potential LPs and support the closing process;
10. Work closely with the finance department to ensure compliance with internal procedures;
11. Maintain secure records using company systems and repositories.

This role offers the chance to be part of an innovative and rapidly expanding company, with the potential to make a substantial impact on the future of its ventures.

If you've read this far and you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, then skip the line and email me directly at shane@cryptorecruit.com
Please include your resume and a brief note showcasing your specific track record of identifying, executing and exiting successful VC deals along with why you would be the perfect fit for this role.