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Principal IT Project Manager

Appleton, WI · On-site

$96K - $113K/yr

Venture is establishing a Project Management Center of Excellence - beginning within IT and intended to scale into an enterprise-wide capability - and the Principal Project Manager will play a ...

Aramco

Investment Principal

Houston, TX · On-site

The Investment Principal is responsible for supporting all aspects of venture capital investing including sourcing, evaluation, development of investment memoranda, negotiation, execution, portfolio ...

Alloy Therapeutics

82VS Venture Associate

Waltham, MA · On-site

Principal Responsibilities * Two year program after which the expectation is that the associate would move into a portfolio company they have been supporting or started within 82VS * Venture Studios ...

Equal Ventures

Climate Principal / Partner

New York, NY · On-site

$200K - $300K/yr

About the Role As a Principal or Partner at Equal, you will operate as a senior investor with ... Background in venture capital, growth equity, private equity, or a high-impact operating role at a ...

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How much do venture principal jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for venture principal in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Venture Principal?

A Venture Principal is a senior investment professional at a venture capital firm, responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments in startups or early-stage companies. They typically lead due diligence processes, negotiate deal terms, and work closely with portfolio companies to support growth. Venture Principals often act as a bridge between partners at the firm and junior investment staff, playing a key role in investment decision-making. The role usually requires a strong background in finance, entrepreneurship, or technology, and several years of relevant experience.

How does a Venture Principal typically balance sourcing new investment opportunities with supporting existing portfolio companies?

As a Venture Principal, you will often divide your time between scouting and evaluating new startups for potential investment and actively engaging with companies already in your firm's portfolio. This dual focus requires strong prioritization skills; you'll attend industry events, network with founders, and conduct due diligence on new deals, while also providing strategic guidance, making introductions, and sometimes serving as a board observer for portfolio companies. Collaboration with associates, analysts, and partners is frequent, ensuring that both new and existing investments receive the attention needed for success. Regular communication and adaptability are key to managing these responsibilities effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Venture Principal, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Venture Principal, you need strong financial analysis abilities, investment acumen, and a deep understanding of startup ecosystems, typically supported by an advanced degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Excel, financial modeling software, and CRM platforms, as well as experience conducting due diligence, is essential. Exceptional networking, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills help build relationships and identify promising investment opportunities. These competencies ensure sound investment decisions and the ability to drive portfolio growth in a competitive venture capital environment.

What is the difference between Venture Principal vs Venture Associate?

AspectVenture PrincipalVenture Associate
Required CredentialsTypically 5+ years in venture capital or related fields, strong industry knowledgeEntry to mid-level, often with 1-3 years experience, finance or consulting background
Work EnvironmentLeads deal sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio managementSupports deal analysis, research, and initial screening
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in venture capital firms, private equity, and startup investmentCommon in early-stage investment teams and VC firms

The Venture Principal role involves leading investments, managing portfolios, and making strategic decisions, requiring extensive experience. In contrast, Venture Associates focus on supporting deal sourcing and analysis, often as an entry or mid-level position. Both roles are integral to venture capital firms but differ significantly in responsibilities and experience requirements.

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Infographic showing various Venture Principal job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 4% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,393 per year, or $52.6 per hour.
Venture Capital Principal

Venture Capital Principal

Connecticut Innovations

New Haven, CT • Hybrid

Other

PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Come join Connecticut Innovations (CI) as a Principal (possibly Director) primarily supporting our Technology Fund with opportunities to support other CI Venture Funds!


Connecticut Innovations (CI)


As Connecticut's strategic venture capital arm and one of the most active investors on the eastern seaboard, CI has a portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology and climate tech. CI meets with hundreds of companies every year, identifying the most promising early-stage companies looking to grow in the state. Every year, CI invests in 20+ new companies, in addition to providing follow-on capital to existing portfolio companies. CI also invests as a Limited Partner in outside venture funds based in CT (17 in the past 6 years).


  • CI has invested $700+ million in innovative startups since 1995
  • CI’s leveraging power is 10X, or $7+ billion


CI announced it invested $45.8 million in 67 companies and venture funds throughout the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. CI’s investments also helped to attract an additional $653 million in outside capital into its portfolio companies. The fiscal year generated $43.2 million in proceeds, which will allow CI to invest in more early-stage companies in the future.


Our culture is vibrant, diverse, collaborative, and inclusive. We embrace perspective and have mission alignment on our impact to Connecticut’s innovation ecosystem. We host or participate in over 20 ecosystem events per year, and our headquarters at The District in New Haven is a catalyst for partnership and an innovation ecosystem community hub.


Connecticut Technology Fund


Our Technology Fund has provided more than $140 million to date to Connecticut’s promising high-tech companies (140+), with a focus on FinTech, InsurTech, SaaS and PaaS early-stage companies. We have realized over $135 million in proceeds from our investments in this Fund. We have also attracted companies to Connecticut from both coasts and as far away as Europe!


Venture Capital (VC) Principal


All Venture Team members play a pivotal role as part of the investment due diligence process and post-investment, as part of scaling the portfolio company. As an organization, we embrace diversity of thought, listen with an open mind, think big and concretely, and invest with the mission in mind.


This role helps execute our investment strategy by researching promising technology markets. They also participate in all phases of the investment process including due diligence, meetings with management, focused company and industry research, financial modeling, writing investment recommendations, and supporting CI portfolio companies as board observers.


Candidates should be self-starting, curious, flexible and have knowledge of financial statements, business plans and other financial and legal documents.


Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or the equivalent
  • MBA or master’s degree
  • Work or internship experience in market research, management consulting, venture capital or investment management
  • Work experience operating in a high-growth, early-stage AI, Quantum, Deep Tech, FinTech, InsurTech, SaaS and PaaS company
  • Experience as a Founder preferred, but not required


Responsibilities


  • Representing CI at industry events, source investment prospects, develop relationships with potential co-investors
  • Screening and analysis of potential investments
  • Conducting due diligence and competitive analysis
  • Financial modeling and valuation analysis, collaborating with and supporting other members of the CI Venture team.
  • Preparing reports and proposals regarding potential investments and portfolio companies
  • Drafting term sheets
  • Reviewing legal documents related to financings and other matters
  • Presenting investments for approval to CI advisory committees and committees of the CI Board of Directors
  • Assisting in identifying strategic, marketing and partnering opportunities for portfolio companies
  • Participate in meetings and calls related to due diligence, industry research, and investment negotiations


Skills & Competencies


  • A seeker and learner mentality, with a passion for and knowledge of the deep-tech technologies
  • High personal passion for a fast-developing innovation ecosystem
  • Detailed, action-oriented person who takes initiative to follow-up on items.
  • Project management and organization skills to solicit and follow up on meetings.
  • Communicate comfortably with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Ability to synthesize data into a compelling story.
  • Sufficient understanding/comfort of technology to recognize the business opportunities it unlocks


This role will work at CI’s headquarters in New Haven, CT (District | Coworking Space) on a hybrid schedule (Mondays and Wednesdays onsite). Having a Connecticut residency is required for this role.


Connecticut Innovations offers a competitive starting salary, with additional bonus opportunities based on team and individual investment performance, generous paid time off, and a culture that encourages work-life balance.


Connecticut Innovations is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We welcome all candidates to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

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