Venture Capital Analyst (m/f/d)

At Ananda Impact Ventures, we’re more than just a venture capital firm; we’re pioneers in the impact investment space across Europe. We channel our expertise and resources into startups that are tackling some of the most pressing social and environmental challenges of our time. With investments in health, climate, biodiversity, education, and more, we empower our portfolio companies to drive significant, scalable change. Discover more about our mission at Ananda.

Role Overview:

As a Venture Capital Analyst, you will be at the forefront of impact investing, working alongside experienced investors to identify, evaluate, and support groundbreaking startups in the deep tech impact sector. This is an exciting opportunity to gain deep exposure to deep-tech impact investing and shape the future of mission-driven innovation.

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Sourcing & Screening: Identify and assess high-potential early-stage start-ups in the impact space.
• Investment Process: Support all stages of the investment process from initial screening to deal closure, including due diligence and the preparation of investment documentation for committee approval.
• Ecosystem Engagement: Expand and nurture Ananda’s network of founders, investors, and impact-driven industry leaders across Europe.
• Industry Representation: Represent Ananda at key events, strengthening our presence in the impact and tech investment community.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: You have recently graduated or bring up to one year of experience in early-stage VC, startups, or a related investment role.
• Education: A degree in Engineering, Technology, Science, or a related field is required.
• Network: Well-connected within the German and/or broader European early-stage ecosystem.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess early-stage ventures; excellent communication skills, fluency in English is required, German is a plus.
• Passion: You bring a great passion for impact-driven innovation and technology.

Success Factors:

• Entrepreneurial Mindset: You take initiative, work autonomously, and thrive in a fast-moving environment.
• Passion for Impact: You are deeply motivated by technology and start-ups solving real-world problems.
• Analytical Excellence: You quickly grasp new markets, business models, and technologies.
• Strong Relationship Builder: You naturally connect with founders, investors, and industry experts.
• Adaptability & Team Spirit: You enjoy collaborating across locations and disciplines.
• Empathy & Integrity: You value transparency, authenticity, and meaningful connections.

At Ananda, we are driven by purpose, authenticity, responsibility, and trust . We foster a collaborative learning culture where each team member plays a vital role in driving impact.

Ananda Impact Ventures is the leading impact venture capital fund with a pan-European investment remit, managing ca. €200 million in four Core Impact Funds, with backing from notable institutional and private investors. Ananda backs technology businesses committed to having a positive impact that answers the most pressing social and ecological challenges of our time, in a way that is both scalable and sustainable. The active portfolio includes NatureMetrics (biodiversity monitoring solutions), Closed Loop Medicine (personalised medicine), OroraTech (space-based wildfire detection and monitoring), and IESO Digital Health (online psychotherapy).

If you are eager to shape the future of impact investing and grow in a mission-driven environment, we would like to hear from you.

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