Moderne Ventures is seeking an exceptional Senior Associate / VP / Principal to contribute to the firm’s next phase of growth.
Senior Associate / VP / Principal 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. Investments and Due Diligence
--Source, evaluate, and lead high-impact venture and growth investments
--Source and close companies into the Moderne Passport program
--Develop differentiated investment theses and drive thematicdeal pipelines
--Lead due diligence, investment structuring, and investment committee processes
--Deliver top-quartile investment outcomes across funds
II. Portfolio Company Support
Help Moderne’s portfolio companies be successful. Responsibilities to include:
--Serve as a trusted advisor and board observer to portfolio companies
--Support scaling, follow-on financings, and exit outcomes
--Leverage the Moderne Passport ecosystem to accelerate portfolio growth
--Track fund returns in conjunction with fund administrator
III. Firm and Team Leadership
--Contribute to fundraising, investor relationships, and strategic partnerships
--Represent Moderne Ventures across the venture, corporate,and LP ecosystem
--Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture
--Embody Moderne’s Core Values: Commitment to the Mission, Act Like an Owner, One Team, Respect & Accountability, and Trust
Qualifications and Qualities of an Ideal Candidate:
• 2-10 years sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities at a top-tier Venture Capital fund; and 2+ years with a leading investment bank or management consulting firm
• Demonstrated 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 communication 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
We are thrilled to continue growing our team of dynamic individuals with diverse backgrounds who enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. 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.