I recently participated in the application process for an Investment Associate role with an international venture capital firm. Given the firm's distributed workforce, the recruitment process was unique. It allowed me to see firsthand some of the things VCs will look for when reviewing a candidate. I will note that most venture capital roles are NOT remote. In general, VC firms staff individuals close to the firm's office. The reason for this is that VC firms typically have a small tight-knit team with a flat organizational structure. The proximity of individuals allows for closer collaboration and deliberation over investments. The exception to this rule is when a VC firm targets specific markets or verticals in their thesis in which a remote city has a high deal flow. This reality hasn't changed too much, even with the recent remote-first movement brought on by COVID-19.
Recapping a VC Job Interview
Recapping a VC Job Interview
Recapping a VC Job Interview
I recently participated in the application process for an Investment Associate role with an international venture capital firm. Given the firm's distributed workforce, the recruitment process was unique. It allowed me to see firsthand some of the things VCs will look for when reviewing a candidate. I will note that most venture capital roles are NOT remote. In general, VC firms staff individuals close to the firm's office. The reason for this is that VC firms typically have a small tight-knit team with a flat organizational structure. The proximity of individuals allows for closer collaboration and deliberation over investments. The exception to this rule is when a VC firm targets specific markets or verticals in their thesis in which a remote city has a high deal flow. This reality hasn't changed too much, even with the recent remote-first movement brought on by COVID-19.