Investment Associate

Investment Associate (Experienced)

We're seeking a mid-level Investment Associate to support the firm's investment activities across its early-stage portfolio and venture fund operations. This role is ideal for a highly analytical professional who is passionate about startups, venture investing, and emerging technologies. The Investment Associate works closely with the CEO and Senior Investment Associate to evaluate new investment opportunities, manage portfolio data and reporting, coordinate diligence processes, and support investor engagement. The role offers broad exposure to venture investing and the opportunity to work with founders, investors, and ecosystem partners shaping the future of the Pittsburgh technology economy.

Key Responsibilities
Deal Flow & Investment Diligence

• Conduct market research, competitive landscape analysis, and preliminary investment evaluation.
• Support diligence processes, including document review, reference calls, and financial analysis.
• Prepare internal investment summaries & materials for Investment Committee discussions.
• Participate in founder meetings and assist in follow-up diligence and analysis.
• Portfolio Operations & Reporting
• Maintain accurate portfolio and investment data in Salesforce.
• Track follow-on investment activity and company performance metrics.
• Support quarterly reporting processes for Riverfront Ventures.
• Assist with annual portfolio valuations in coordination with external auditors.

Investment Operations

• Prepare materials and documentation for Investment Committee meetings.
• Take meeting minutes and ensure proper documentation and follow-up.
• Coordinate scheduling of founder presentations and diligence discussions.

Investor Relations & Ecosystem Engagement

• Maintain investor CRM records and support outreach to potential co-investors.
• Assist in preparing materials for investor meetings and ecosystem engagements.
• Coordinate logistics for investor events and venture ecosystem programming.

Data & Market Research

• Conduct market research and sector analysis to support investment evaluation.
• Assist with the preparation of IW's annual Investment Landscape Report.
• Maintain datasets related to regional venture financing activity and portfolio performance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in venture capital, investment banking, private equity, consulting, finance, or other analytical roles.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; advanced Excel proficiency preferred.
• Experience working with startups or early-stage companies strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with venture capital financing structures and startup ecosystems.
• Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What We're Looking For

• Strong intellectual curiosity about technology, startups, and venture investing.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with strong ownership of projects.
• Collaborative mindset and high level of personal integrity.