Associate - Venture Capital

About the Opportunity Cerity Partners Ventures (CPV) is looking for an Associate to join our Los Angeles team and help shape the future of corporate venture capital. CPV pioneered Venture Capital-as-a-Service (VCaaS), and today we manage 15+ corporate venture funds on behalf of industry leaders like T-Mobile, Avery Dennison, and Kellogg. Our 40+ investment professionals across six major cities work at the intersection of startup innovation and Fortune 500 strategy a rare and powerful vantage point. This role is your entry point into that world. You'll source and evaluate startups in food & agriculture, CPG, and industrial manufacturing, building relationships with founders and helping leading corporations find their next strategic partner or investment. Key Responsibilities Source and evaluate startups for investment and commercial partnerships Meet with founders, assess business plans, and develop lasting relationships Research industry sectors, emerging trends, and market dynamics Support due diligence and help close transactions Track and contribute to deal flow across the team Required Qualifications 13 years of experience in consulting, financial services, investing, or a startup operating role Bachelor's degree required Detail-oriented and self-directed Genuinely curious about business, technology, and innovation Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-service environment Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Learn more about the Cerity Partners Ventures Team Most junior roles in venture capital offer limited deal exposure and slow career progression. This one is different. You'll work directly with experienced VCs, touch real deals from day one, and build relationships across a portfolio that spans some of the world's most recognized corporations and the startups disrupting their industries. CPV is a leading practice within Cerity Partners. You'll have the stability of an established platform with the energy of a growing venture team. Compensation $100,000 base salary + Annual performance bonus Why Cerity Partners Cerity Partners seeks to deliver financial advantage for institutions, family offices, and high net worth individuals. Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Below are elements of compensation in addition to salary and annual performance bonus: Health, dental, and vision insurance Potential for performance bonuses based on successful investments 401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match Flexible PTO policy Parental Leave Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations, please reach out to careers@ceritypartners.com. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Ultimately, outstanding wealth management is about people and relationships. Our people are the nucleus of Cerity Partners. Each colleague brings unique expertise, commitment and knowledge to the firm and it is by working together that we achieve our mission to have a positive impact on the financial well-being of our clients, colleagues and communities. Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. We truly care about what we do. Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition Team and we'll be in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match for your skill set. Cerity Partners is one of the nations leading independent financial advisory firms. We serve high-net-worth individuals & their families, businesses, & their employees, and nonprofit organizations from our offices across the country. Our in-house experts of tax advisors, financial planners, investment professionals, & retirement plan consultants are passionate about and committed to providing objective financial advice & oversight. At Cerity Partners, we believe in the long view. We work with clients who appreciate our comprehensive and sustained approach to wealth management. We dont just look for short-term gains, we seek long-term growth. We have the same approach to our people. We look for experienced and credentialed wealth management colleagues who can keep pace with us. We manage over $100 billion assets for our clients and we are routinely recognized as a Barrons Top 100 RIA firms in the nation. The driving factor of our accelerated growth is our people. Located throughout the U.S., our teams consist of experts who are helpful, knowledgeable, sincere, and have the perseverance and capability to go the extra mile for our clients. We consider our firm a community that works together to serve one common goal: Finding diverse solutions to suit diverse financial needs.