Venture Capital Associate

About Arconic Arconic Capital is a new Australian venture and growth private asset manager, focussed on investing and partnering with generational B2B and Enterprise technology ventures. We are a strategic investor, combining our heritage and operational experience in B2B technology investing with modern data-driven and AI techniques to identify our future partners and support our investment outcomes. Embedding AI and automation at the core of our investment strategy empowers our team to focus on agile, data-driven decisions that propel us forward in a rapidly evolving landscape. Our approach prioritises companies that thrive locally in Australia with the potential to scale globally and we seek to bring value to our partners through strategic sector relationships and deep operational experience in partnership commercialisation. About the role With a mission to back the next generation of Australian technology leaders, we require individuals that are "mission" oriented, highly motivated, independent thinkers who, like our portfolio partners, act entrepreneurially to develop the Arconic franchise over time. We are seeking a new associate/analyst who is passionate about the intersection of technology, commerce and growth capital. Your Role Dive deep into emerging sectors to uncover trends, opportunities and high-potential ventures aligned with the Arconic thesis. Leverage cutting-edge AI tools and proprietary systems to map markets and assess start-ups to support new opportunities. Build relationships with founders, industry experts and strategic partners to enhance deal flow. Support sourcing and due diligence on early-stage to growth-stage investment opportunities, including financial modelling, market research and competitive analysis. Contribute to investment decision-making through research, analysis and due diligence. Prepare detailed investment memos and presentations for internal committees. Monitor portfolio company performance, analyse reports and engage with founders and management teams to drive strategic growth. Work closely with senior team members, contributing to deal execution, investor relations and internal strategy development. As a new and scaling manager, we will all support the prudent function of the business and contribute to key aspects of financial, operations, risk and compliance management. Act with the mind of an entrepreneur – We think as founders, operating with the same level of curiosity, urgency and problem-solving mindset to unlock value beyond capital. Who you are and what we value 2–6 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, consulting, investment banking, or technology operating roles. Strong interest in technology and a passion for transformative ventures in AI, fintech, and enterprise software. Demonstrated analytical skills, including financial modelling, market research, and problem-solving. A strong and functional grasp of emerging technologies. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. Strong analytical and research skills, with a keen eye for patterns and potential. Entrepreneurial spirit and a self-starter mindset, eager to thrive in a high-growth environment. Ability to distil complex data into actionable insights. Learn and use the technologies shaping start-ups, including AI / ML models, cloud infrastructure, APIs, and software development. A deep curiosity and thinking beyond the present to see how technology will transform business models, functions and industries globally. Why Join Arconic? A unique opportunity to build from the start. Be part of Arconic's founding team, helping define our culture, strategy and legacy in Australian technology investment capital. Exposure to next-generation investing. Work at the forefront of AI-enabled investment processes and partner with the businesses shaping tomorrow. Arconic is pioneering the investment process by embedding AI and automation into every stage of investing, giving our team a smarter, faster and more powerful way to identify, evaluate and support world-class companies. Long-term impact and rewards. We believe in shared success. As we grow, so will your opportunity to participate in the firm's trajectory through performance-based incentives. Apply to join Arconic Venture Fund I. You can reach us at – please include some background about yourself and why you might be the right person for Arconic. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals #J-18808-Ljbffr