If you're passionate about investing and committed to backing emerging talent, Allocator One could be the ideal place for you. Join us as an Investment Analyst and become part of a team that's shaping the next generation of venture capital, empowering first- and second-time fund managers to reach their full potential.
As a member of our core team, you will work closely with experienced entrepreneurs, investors, venture capitalists, and other professionals. You will have the opportunity to learn from and contribute to the team's collective knowledge and expertise, and to participate in all aspects of the Allocator One value chain. The role will report to a Founding Partner.
Who we are
Allocator One is among the most active LPs in emerging VC managers globally. We are on a mission to transform VC by backing emerging fund managers who identify and fund the businesses of tomorrow. We don’t just aim for exceptional financial returns; we drive investments that solve big global problems. The world is at a critical juncture, and the best answers will come from visionary entrepreneurs and the GPs who back them.
Our team is lean, entrepreneurial, and high-performing. We move fast, think deeply, and care about impact. This is an opportunity to help tackle the most pressing challenges of our time.
We’re looking for a sharp, resourceful, and driven Analyst to join our fast-growing team. In this role, you’ll be a key partner to our fundraising leadership, ensuring our capital-raising efforts are organized, effective, and impactful.
This isn’t just a support role, it’s a strategic function that enables us to build meaningful investor relationships, craft compelling fundraising materials, and maintain the systems that drive our growth. You’ll work at the intersection of investor relations, operations, and research, helping us scale a new kind of venture platform.
You’ll thrive here if you’re detail-oriented, analytically strong, and passionate about the venture ecosystem. You know how to manage complexity, communicate with polish, and keep multiple projects moving without dropping the ball. Most importantly, you care deeply about impact and want your work to matter.
Note: We're looking for someone who speaks English (German is a plus), is based in Vienna or is willing to relocate.
General responsibilities:
- Conduct due diligence on potential first-time fund managers, working with and reporting directly to the founders.
- Source interesting candidates through networking and research.
- Review and assess applications.
- Analyze financial data and market trends to assess investment strategies.
- Manage and monitor the portfolio.
- Build and maintain relationships with first-time fund managers.
- Collaborate with the team to optimize fees and improve investment terms.
- Provide operational support and regulatory compliance assistance.
- Stay updated on industry trends and market developments.
- Represent Allocator One at industry events and networking opportunities.
Fundraising:
- Participate actively in fundraising efforts, assisting in marketing materials and presentations.
- Engage with prospective investors to communicate Allocator One's value proposition.
- Contribute to fundraising strategies and tactics to meet targets.
- Coordinate investor meetings, due diligence processes, and fundraising documentation.
Limited partners (LPs) relationship management:
- Cultivate and nurture relationships with existing LPs to ensure satisfaction and engagement.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for LPs, addressing inquiries and providing regular updates.
- Understand LPs' investment goals and objectives, ensuring alignment with Allocator One's strategies.
- Coordinate LP reporting, including performance reports and financial statements.
- Organize LP meetings, conferences, and events to foster engagement and maintain strong connections.
Your skills and qualifications:
- Comfort with ambiguity and risk
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as computer science or business
- At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, ideally at a venture capital firm, investment banking, private equity, management consulting, or a startup
- Strong financial analysis and financial modeling skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team and think creatively and strategically
- Competitive base salary
- Potential for bonuses and equity participation (carried interest)
- “No assholes allowed” company culture
- Learn from and grow with experienced colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge
- A front-row seat to the emerging fund manager ecosystem—the future of venture capital.
- Exposure to top-tier investors, entrepreneurs, and global change-makers.
- A culture of high performance, ownership, and deep trust.
- Room to grow—if you excel, there’s no ceiling to what you can achieve.
Why this role matters
At Allocator One, fundraising isn’t just a back-office function, it’s a strategic lever for impact. The capital we raise powers the most visionary new VC funds, which in turn back the companies tackling the world’s biggest problems.
This role sits at the heart of that mission. You will help streamline, sharpen, and scale how we connect with the global investor community. Your work will allow our leadership to focus on building relationships and closing capital, while you ensure the engine behind it all runs smoothly.
Allocator One is not for the faint-hearted. We are for those who care deeply about the work, the mission, and their own growth. If you want a front-row seat to the future of venture capital and are excited to play a key role in shaping how we scale, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and tell us why you're the Associate Allocator One needs to go further, faster.
