Venture Capital Analyst (Entry-Level / Associate)

Role overview

The Venture Capital Analyst at an entry or associate level helps assess early-stage and fast-growing businesses, supporting investment decisions through research, analysis, and ongoing monitoring. The role is centered on identifying attractive startups, building insight around market opportunities, and contributing to a healthy pipeline of potential investments.

What you will do

• Research industries and emerging market patterns to spot new opportunities, business models, and startup trends.
• Review startups’ offerings, customer segments, competitive position, traction, and expansion potential.
• Support due diligence by examining financial information, business plans, revenue logic, unit economics, and key performance indicators.
• Help test assumptions, surface risks, and assist in shaping investment recommendations.
• Build and refine financial models and valuation work under the direction of senior investment professionals.
• Analyze revenue projections, growth assumptions, market size, and possible exit paths to judge investment appeal.
• Prepare investment notes, reports, and presentation materials for internal discussion and review.
• Track portfolio company progress, watch industry changes, and flag relevant developments or risks to the team.
• Take part in startup events, monitor incoming deal flow, and maintain research databases used for sourcing.

What the role needs

• Strong numerical and analytical ability.
• Confidence in market research and business model evaluation.
• Familiarity with startups, venture capital concepts, and growth-focused strategies.
• Basic understanding of financial statements, valuation methods, and investment fundamentals.
• Capability to assess data, trends, and business performance metrics.
• Hands-on skill with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet-based analysis.
• High attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy.
• Clear written and spoken communication.
• Ability to create organized reports and presentation decks.
• Good planning, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Comfort handling several research assignments and deadlines at once.
• Sound critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Genuine interest in startups, innovation, and venture capital markets.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with investment teams and stakeholders.
• Flexibility and eagerness to learn in a fast-moving investment setting.

Candidate profile

This opportunity is suited to candidates who are curious, detail-oriented, and comfortable working on analytical tasks in an investment environment. It is aimed at entry-level or associate-level applicants interested in venture capital and startup research.

Additional information

The role is based in Australia and follows a full-time, onsite work arrangement. No stipend or salary figure was provided in the source material, and no vacancy count, start date, or application deadline was specified.