Business Development Manager – Venture Capital

Business Development Manager – Venture Capital

💼 Private Markets | Early-Stage Investing | Remote (UK-based)

A growing UK Venture Capital firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to help expand its investor base and drive capital raising across a portfolio of high-growth, technology-enabled businesses. The firm focuses on innovative, capital-light companies with strong products, excellent user experience, and exceptional customer engagement — supporting them with both funding and hands‑on mentorship.

This is a standout opportunity for an entrepreneurial sales professional with a strong understanding of private markets and a passion for early-stage investing. You’ll play a key role in connecting investors to some of the UK’s most exciting growth companies.

• Raise capital for the firm’s investment funds and portfolio company opportunities
• Build and nurture relationships with HNW investors, family offices, and intermediaries
• Represent the firm at investor events and industry gatherings
• Contribute to marketing and communication materials including press releases and presentations
• Maintain and grow long-term relationships with existing investors, providing regular updates on portfolio progress

• Strong understanding of venture capital, private equity or early-stage investing
• Proven success raising capital from HNW or professional investors
• Established network of private investors and/or advisers
• Knowledge of EIS or other tax‑efficient investment structures
• Self‑motivated, articulate and confident working independently

• Competitive base salary
• Attractive commission and carry participation
• Fully remote working arrangement
• Opportunity to take ownership of a core commercial function in a growing VC firm

This role suits someone who’s entrepreneurial, commercially minded, and motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a small, ambitious venture capital environment.

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