Partner - Alumni Ventures : Job Details

Alumni Ventures is one of the most active venture capital platforms in the world, designed to democratize access to the venture asset class. With over $1.5 billion in assets under management and a portfolio spanning 1,500+ venture-backed companies, we're building a new kind of investing networkone that connects 850,000+ engaged members and using our collective expertise to back exceptional founders.

We invest across stages, sectors, and geographiesnot by casting a wide net, but by tapping into the strength of our trusted networks. Our model combines alumni-driven communities, a scalable investment platform, and a diversified co-investment strategy to give accredited individuals access to high-quality venture deals typically reserved for institutions. This approach gives us a front-row seat to exceptional founders building category-defining companiesfrom bold pre-seed experiments to breakout growth storiesreinforcing the value of the relationships that power our model.

Our team of 120+ professionals, including ~40 dedicated investors, operates out of Boston, New York City, Chicago, Menlo Park, and Manchester, NH. We're growing quickly and focused on pushing the boundaries of how capital, expertise, and community come together to fuel entrepreneurial success.

Joining Alumni Ventures means working alongside experienced investors with access to robust deal flow, collaborating with top-tier VCs, and helping investors build diversified venture portfolios. We're equally committed to developing the next generation of VC professionalspeople who are curious, collaborative, and eager to make their mark.

We're hiring a full-time Partner to join our team. As Partner, you'll be at the forefront of sourcing, evaluating, and executing deals for our Harvard, Dartmouth, Women's Fund and US Strategic Tech Fund, 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. Our focus is on Seed to Series A and select Growth opportunities. You'll help shape a portfolio of 30-40 investments annually, deliver top-tier fund performance, and strengthen our position in the venture ecosystem.

You'll work closely with the Managing Partner 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 colleagues, VCs, founders to navigate your way into the most elite deals is essential. Your success will come from creativity, warmth, and smarts.

Location: Menlo Park, New York, or Boston offices. This is a hybrid role with an expectation of at least four days in the office each week.

Deal Sourcing & Execution

• Proactively source and evaluate high-quality deals aligned with AV's investment thesis, maintaining a strong conversion rate from lead to close.
• Independently generate pipeline opportunities while mentoring the team on sourcing strategies.
• Lead structuring and negotiation efforts in partnership with the Managing Partner, bringing strategic judgment and collaborative dealmaking.
• Oversee and ensure rigor in diligence processes, supporting delegation and review of work by junior team members.
• Contribute to Portfolio management, cultivation, and exits

Market Insight & Portfolio Strategy

• Track market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging sectors to inform investment strategy.
• Build a track record of delivering strong returns, with focus on multiples, exit paths, and realized outcomes.
• Cultivate a domain specialty to deepen sourcing advantage and investment acumen.

Leadership & Team Development

• Coach and mentor Principals and Senior Associates, supporting their growth and reinforcing a high-performance culture.
• Promote experimentation, critical thinking, and a disciplined approach to investing.
• Help develop the next generation of venture talent within AV.

Firm Strategy & Brand

• Align with and advance the firm's investment thesis and strategic goals with a long-term, ownership mindset.
• Cultivate relationships with founders, co-investors, industry leaders, and the AV community to expand our network and brand.
• Represent AV externally, building your personal brand as an investor and thought leader.
• Support internal and external communications, including semi-annual portfolio updates and investor engagement.

Operational & Strategic Support

• Partner with the MP on fundraising activities: events, 1:1 meetings, webinars, and marketing efforts.
• Contribute to cross-firm initiatives (Tiger Teams) and HQ priorities as needed.
• Provide clear, steady leadership as the team navigates growth, complexity, and change.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Alumni of Harvard or Dartmouth required.
• Background or interest in female founders or US Strategic Technology is a plus.
• Alternatively, a depth of sector knowledge you can bring to the team is welcome.
• 10-12+ years of professional experience across venture capital, private equity, investment banking, consulting, or startups.
• Hands-on familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Gemini) and ability to integrate them into team workflows.

Compensation: $220,000 to $250,000 plus bonus, carry, and equity.

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.