Investment Executive

Job Description

Join OCC’s investment team to help identify, evaluate and execute investments into high‑potential University of Edinburgh–associated startups and spinouts (pre‑seed to Series A). You will play a key role in building the fund’s investment pipeline, supporting due diligence and transactions, and working with portfolio companies post‑investment. You’ll also support core fund operations, reporting, and valuation activity to ensure the fund runs efficiently and delivers high‑quality insights to stakeholders.

This post is full‑time (35 hours per week) and supports hybrid working (a blend of home and on‑site work).

Grade 8 £ 48,137 – £58,379 per annum.

• Demonstrable interest and experience in early‑stage venture capital, including supporting deep‑tech startups and the development of disruptive technologies (life sciences experience particularly welcomed).
• Strong capability in evaluating the financial, commercial, technological and operational potential of high‑growth companies, using sound judgement and qualitative and quantitative analysis to make clear strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written communication in an investment context, with the ability to produce persuasive, clear and succinct analysis (e.g., investment memos and committee papers).
• Ability to support finance transactions with strong attention to detail—coordinating stakeholders and advisers, managing timelines, and handling documentation effectively.
• Collaborative, dynamic and proactive approach with strong IT skills (including Excel) and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• Exciting, positive, and creative workplace.
• 40 days of combined annual leave and public holiday entitlement.
• Defined‑contribution pension scheme (currently 3.5/4.5% employee and 9/14.5% employer contributions).
• Family‑friendly policies, flexible working options, and more.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities because different perspectives make us stronger.