The Associate will support fundraising operations, LP research, and investment diligence at Decile Capital, handling internal workflows and aiding in operational efficiency during fundraising cycles.
Decile Group (https://decilegroup.com) is transforming venture capital into a force for good in the world. We are working to launch 10,000 next-generation venture capital firms by 2030, fundamentally changing the face of venture capital.
We operate an integrated platform for modern venture capital, spanning education, software, and fund operations. VC Lab trains the next generation of fund managers. Decile Hub provides AI-enabled tools for fund operations. Start Fund enables managers to launch institutional-grade funds in under 24 hours. Decile Capital deploys capital into emerging managers. Together, these offerings make venture capital more accessible to anyone with world-class ideas and execution.
Role Overview
We are hiring an Associate to support Decile Capital’s fundraising operations, LP research, investment diligence, and internal operational workflows as we scale our emerging manager investment strategy. This is an execution-oriented role with high ownership and exposure to fundraising and the venture capital ecosystem.
The ideal candidate is entry level, highly organized and willing to work hard, including during peak fundraising cycles. This is an opportunity to work alongside the Decile Capital team at an early stage and gain hands-on experience in modern venture capital.
Remote candidates will be considered. Applicants in the U.S. are preferred.
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Resident responsibilities will include:
- Fundraising & LP Operations
- Research LPs, family offices, and institutional allocators
- Maintain and track LP pipelines and outreach
- Support LP follow-ups and diligence requests
- Prepare materials for due diligence
- Dealflow & Investment Ops
- Assist with deal intake and internal tracking
- Support due diligence workflows (market, team, and comparable research)
- Prepare internal summaries and briefing notes
- Internal Coordination & Execution
- Manage scheduling, logistics, and documentation for fundraising processes
- Ensure accuracy and completeness across CRM and internal systems
- Drive operational improvements to increase efficiency
What You Have:
- Exceptionally strong organizational skills
- High work ethic and unwavering willingness to go the extra mile
- Excellent written communication and attention to detail
- Ability to handle entry-level operational tasks without ego
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Bias toward action, follow-through, and problem-solving
- Venture Institute and VC Lab Residency alumni (preferred)
- Experience in venture, private equity, banking, consulting, or similar environments
- Experience supporting fundraising workflows
- CRM experience (Decile Hub preferred, not required)
Nice to Have:
What We Offer:
- Meaningful exposure to institutional venture capital fundraising
- Opportunity to work directly with top-caliber investors
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Remote-first work environment with world-class teammates
- A working schedule including flexible PTO
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
1. Resume
2. LinkedIn profile
3. Cover letter outlining any fundraising support you've provided and measurable results.
If you don't tick every box above, we'd still encourage you to apply. We're building a diverse team whose skills balance and complement one another.
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