Investor at 16VC

About 16VC

16VC is an early-stage venture capital firm investing in ambitious founders building the future of AI, SaaS, fintech, deep tech, and emerging technologies globally.

As an emerging fund, we are building our investment platform from the ground up. We are looking for an Investor who can help establish our sourcing, research, diligence, and investment processes while identifying exceptional founders and opportunities worldwide.

What You'll Do

Deal Sourcing & Ecosystem Development (40%)

• Build relationships with founders, operators, investors, accelerators, and startup communities globally.

• Source high-quality startup investment opportunities.

• Develop and manage outbound sourcing strategies.

• Represent 16VC within startup ecosystems and industry events.

Research & Investment Analysis (40%)

• Research emerging industries, technology trends, and investment opportunities.

• Develop investment theses across priority sectors.

• Evaluate startups, founders, products, markets, and business models.

• Conduct market mapping and competitive analysis.

• Prepare investment memos and recommendations.

Fund Building & Operations (20%)

• Help establish and refine 16VC's investment processes.

• Build sourcing, diligence, and pipeline management frameworks.

• Contribute to fellowship and founder engagement initiatives.

• Work closely with the leadership team to shape the firm's long-term investment strategy.

Requirements

• 2+ years of venture capital experience.

• Experience working with an institutional VC fund, accelerator, family office, angel network, or investment platform.

• Strong understanding of startup ecosystems and venture investing.

• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.

• Strong network-building and relationship-management abilities.

• Ability to operate independently in a fast-moving environment.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently sourcing high-quality founder and startup opportunities.

• Producing insightful market research and investment theses.

• Building a strong global network across startup ecosystems.

• Helping establish the foundation of 16VC's investment platform and first portfolio.

Why Join 16VC

• Opportunity to help build a venture fund from day one.

• Direct access to investment decisions and firm strategy.

• High ownership and autonomy.

• Potential to grow alongside the fund as it scales globally.