Venture Partner
Moderne is seeking an exceptional Venture Partner to help lead the firm’s next phase of growth.
Moderne Ventures, a multi-stage, top tier venture fund, is seeking an exceptional Venture Partner to help lead the firm’s next phase of growth. This senior investment leader will partner directly with the Founder and senior leadership to shape firm strategy, drive top-tier investments, expand portfolio impact, and strengthen Moderne’s position as a leading VC firm.
Managing Director/Partner Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with Moderne’s Founder and Managing Partner, and Partner, to drive value for Moderne’s Core Fund and Growth Fund portfolio, including:
I. Investment Leadership
o Source, evaluate, and lead high-impact venture and growth investments
o Develop differentiated investment theses and drive thematic deal pipelines
o Lead due diligence, investment structuring, and investment committee processes
o Deliver top-quartile investment outcomes across funds
II. Portfolio Company Support
The Venture Partner will help Moderne’s portfolio companies be successful. Responsibilities to include:
o Serve as a trusted advisor and board member to portfolio companies
o Support scaling, follow-on financings, and exit outcomes
o Leverage the Moderne Passport ecosystem to accelerate portfolio growth
o Track fund returns in conjunction with fund administrator
III. Investment Strategy and Firm Leadership
o Partner with senior leadership to define fund strategy and portfolio construction
o Contribute to fundraising, investor relationships, and strategic partnerships
o Participate in Moderne’s Investment Committee
o Represent Moderne Ventures across the venture, corporate, and LP ecosystem
o Mentor and develop investment professionals across the firm
o Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture
Qualifications and Qualities of an Ideal Candidate:
--10+ years experience sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities at a top-tier Venture Capital fund or Growth Equity firm
--Proven track record of sourcing, structuring, evaluating and closing successful investments
--Strong relationships across the venture, founder, and institutional investor ecosystems
--Excellent analytical skills and ability to understand business models
--Exemplary interpersonal and verbal/written communications skills
--Experience working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
--Deep passion for technology, investing, startups and entrepreneurship
--Proven ability to lead teams and influence firm-level strategy
--Preferably based in or willing to relocate to Chicago, New York City or San Francisco areas
We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience (salary and bonus). Benefits include medical, dental, vision and 401(k).
Candidates must be able to submit verification of his/her legal right to work in the United States, without company sponsorship.
Moderne Ventures is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
