Investment Sourcing Analyst - Venture Capital

Job Type: Full-Time About This Posting This listing represents a sample Investment Sourcing Analyst role commonly found within the Career Launch AI Talent NetworkIt is intended to help candidates understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with venture capital roles focused on sourcing and originationThis posting is for informational purposes only and does not represent a direct job opening. Actual opportunities may differ by firm, investment strategy, or location. Career Launch AI provides career development resources and training; participation does not guarantee employment or influence hiring decisions by any employer.

Role Overview: The Investment Sourcing Analyst – Venture Capital is responsible for identifying, qualifying, and advancing early-stage investment opportunities into the firm's pipeline. This role sits at the front end of the investment process and works closely with partners, principals, and associates to ensure a steady flow of high-quality startup opportunities aligned with the firm's investment theses. The position emphasizes proactive outreach, ecosystem engagement, and early-stage screening rather than full execution or portfolio management.

Key Responsibilities: Source early-stage investment opportunities through outbound outreach, ecosystem research, and inbound screening Identify and engage founders at the pre-seed and seed stages through email, events, referrals, and platform sourcing Conduct initial founder calls to assess team, product vision, market opportunity, and traction Build and maintain a structured sourcing pipeline and CRM Monitor accelerators, demo days, startup databases, and venture networks for emerging companies Support market mapping and thematic sourcing aligned with firm investment priorities Prepare concise sourcing memos and opportunity summaries for internal review Coordinate handoff of qualified deals to senior investment team members for diligence Ideal Candidate Profile Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, entrepreneurship, or a related analytical discipline Strong interest in venture capital, startups, and early-stage investing Experience in venture internships, startup roles, consulting, sales, business development, or finance is helpful Strong communication skills and comfort engaging with founders and operators Highly organized, proactive, and relationship-oriented Curious, analytical, and motivated to develop deep familiarity with startup ecosystems How Career Launch AI Supports Candidates Career Launch AI offers optional career development resources for candidates pursuing venture sourcing and early-stage investing roles, including: Tools to support venture capital job searches and sourcing-focused career paths Resume and interview guidance tailored to VC analyst and origination roles Practice materials for founder outreach, deal screening, and market mapping Educational resources on venture ecosystems, sourcing strategies, and pipeline management These resources are provided for professional development purposes only and do not guarantee job placement. Learn More Career Launch Assessment Link:https://careerlaunch.ai/assessment