Portfolio Investment Manager

Portfolio Investment Manager | Venture Capital

Renumeration: Attractive salary + carried interest

Location : East Midlands

WW15617

Finatal is working with a well-established, venture capital firm to hire a Portfolio Investment Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly active investor focused on scaling high-growth businesses across a variety of sectors.

The role will focus on proactive portfolio management, funding and scaling of innovative high-growth businesses across the East Midlands region.

Responsibilities:

• Act as Board Observer/NED, monitoring performance against KPIs and business plans
• Assess performance and funding needs, mitigating cash risks
• Review management accounts and ensure compliance with investment agreements
• Support strong governance and advise Boards on strategy and effectiveness
• Monitor delivery of value creation plans, challenging where needed
• Prepare and present investment papers to Investment Committee
• Support deal execution, follow-ons, syndication, and exits
• Identify exit opportunities and help deliver agreed strategies
• Deliver regular portfolio reporting to senior stakeholders
• Ensure regulatory and compliance requirements are met
• Maintain accurate CRM records and manage conflicts of interest
• Build networks to support deal flow and fundraising
• Maintain relationships with introducers and co-investors
• Track market trends and identify new opportunities
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Promote best practice and responsible investing across the portfolio

Requirements:

• 2–5 years’ experience in venture capital, private equity, or similar
• Strong understanding of the UK early-stage investment landscape
• Experience working with Boards and senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage multiple investments/projects
• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills
• Experience preparing and presenting investment papers
• Track record of portfolio monitoring and reporting
• Understanding of regulatory/compliance environments
• Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good academic background (relevant degree preferred)
• Willingness to travel across the UK
• Right to work in the UK