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Talent Manager, Exciting Early-Stage focused Venture Capital Fund, Manchester or Leeds, UK

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About our client
Our client, an early-stage technology and life sciences focused venture capital fund, is currently looking to hire a Talent Manager to support its portfolio company founders in building high-performing leadership teams along with providing access to an international network of exceptional operators and advisors. The firm, which is currently in growth mode, has plenty of capital available and unique access to some of the most innovative technology companies in the country. The firm holds talent and human capital in high regard, allowing plenty of autonomy, ownership, and growth within the role.
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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What the job involves
Within the role, you will work as part of the fund's high-performing talent team, focusing on pre-portfolio talent strategy, ecosystem development, diligence support, and founder engagement, helping to ensure the fund builds the strongest possible community of leaders across its pipeline and portfolio. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Talent network and community development
- Founder engagement and spinout readiness
- Talent support and diligence for investment
- Ecosystem partnerships
- Continuous improvement and thought leadership


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Who we are looking for
- C-suite, Chair, Non-Exec recruitment and advisory experience
- Experience gained either in executive search or in another PE / VC fund
- A proven strong understanding of early-stage and spin-out leadership needs
- Proven ability to build networks and trusted relationships with senior-level candidates
- Experience in assessment would be advantageous
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