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Venture Capital Principal

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An established European Venture Capital firm is looking to appoint a Principal to join its investment team.
The firm backs ambitious technology founders from Seed through Series A, partnering closely with entrepreneurs to help build category-leading businesses across Europe. The team invests with high conviction and takes an active role in supporting portfolio companies throughout their growth journey.
Responsibilities
- Source and originate high-quality investment opportunities across the European startup ecosystem.
- Build long-term relationships with founders, angels, accelerators, and co-investors.
- Lead commercial, strategic, and financial due diligence.
- Prepare investment recommendations and present opportunities to the Investment Committee.
- Work closely with portfolio companies, supporting strategic initiatives, fundraising, and business development.
- Represent the fund across industry events and continue to strengthen its presence within the European venture ecosystem.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
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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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- 5 - 10 years' experience within Venture Capital or Growth Equity.
- A strong track record investing in Seed to Series A technology companies.
- Strong commercial judgement and investment instincts.
- Experience working closely with founders and management teams beyond the initial investment.
- An established network across the European venture ecosystem.
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