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DRW

Venture Capital Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

DRW Venture Capital is a private investor in financial and enterprise technology. Our team focuses ... legal rights at #LI-DW1

Microsoft

Senior Business Development Manager

Redmond, WA · On-site

$137K - $222K/yr

... venture capital, legal, business development, product management, project management, software development, or related field) * OR equivalent experience. Additional or preferred qualifications

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for venture capital legal in the United States is $53,278.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Venture Capital Legal job involves providing legal counsel to venture capital firms, startups, and investors on matters such as fundraising, term sheets, investment agreements, due diligence, and regulatory compliance. Professionals in this role help structure deals, negotiate contracts, and ensure transactions comply with securities laws. They also advise on corporate governance, intellectual property rights, and exit strategies. Their expertise is crucial in mitigating risks and facilitating smooth investment processes.

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A Venture Capital Legal professional often manages the legal aspects of investment transactions, including drafting and reviewing term sheets, negotiating contracts, and conducting due diligence. They advise partners and investment teams on regulatory compliance, intellectual property issues, and risk mitigation throughout the investment lifecycle. Collaboration with portfolio companies, finance teams, and external counsel is common, making strong interpersonal and project management skills vital. Additionally, they may participate in fund formation and help resolve complex legal matters that arise post-investment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a venture capital legal?

To thrive as a Venture Capital Legal professional, you need a strong background in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and venture financing, typically supported by a JD degree and bar admission. Familiarity with legal research databases, document management systems, and contract drafting software is essential. Exceptional negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly are valuable soft skills in this field. These abilities are crucial to safeguarding investments, ensuring compliance, and facilitating smooth transactions within the fast-paced venture capital environment.

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Venture Capital Project Coordinator

Voy Ventures

San Jose, CA • On-site

Other

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The Corporate Venture Capital arm of a major Japanese automotive manufacturer is hiring a Project Coordinator, supporting startup engagement, deal-flow research, and event/vendor logistics across the U.S. and Japan.


We are open to candidates with backgrounds in project coordination, business operations, contract or vendor coordination, or event coordination. Japanese fluency is required for this role at this time.


Responsibilities

  • Coordinate Legal & Vendor Contracts: Serve as the go-between for startups and the firm's legal team on NDAs, diligence letters, MSAs, SOWs, and event agreements; manage vendor contracts with accelerators, deal-flow partners, and tool providers.
  • Drive Event & Logistics Planning: Plan and execute external events, sponsorships, and internal workshops, handling venue booking, vendor coordination, and payment processing.
  • Support Deal-Flow Research: Conduct weekly startup research to surface new opportunities, and maintain the accuracy of deal-flow data in Salesforce.
  • Own Cross-Functional Projects: Take ownership of assigned projects and process improvements, working independently after initial training and escalating blockers as needed.
  • Bridge Global Communication: Support communication between U.S. and Japan-based teams, helping close cultural and linguistic gaps in a matrixed, cross-border environment.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years in project coordination, business operations, contract/vendor coordination, or event coordination
  • Venture Capital and/or Start-Up experience desired but not required
  • Fluency in Japanese required
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities across global, cross-functional stakeholders
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Salesforce/PitchBook/Crunchbase experience a plus

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