Strategic Venture Capital Partnerships Manager
Job Description
Be the first Venture & Startup Partnerships hire in EMEA
Work directly with and learn from the global Venture Partnerships lead
Build deep relationships in one of the world’s most active startup ecosystems
Help shape how Vanta shows up for founders at the earliest stages
Clear growth path as the Venture & Startup Partnerships team scales globally
What you’ll do as a Venture & Startup Partnerships Manager at Vanta:
Ecosystem Engagement: Actively engage with the London startup and VC ecosystem, building relationships with founders, operators, VCs, and accelerators.
Partner Support: Support existing VC and accelerator partnerships by helping with enablement, founder introductions, and portfolio engagement.
Founder Attraction: Help attract founders to Vanta through events, workshops, office hours, and 1:many programs.
GTM Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, SDRs, and Marketing to convert ecosystem engagement into pipeline and product adoption.
Program Execution: Assist in running structured partnership programs, including onboarding, events, and deal support.
Events & Community: Represent Vanta at startup and VC events, demo days, and ecosystem gatherings across London and EMEA.
How to be successful in this role:
3–5 years of experience in startups, VC, accelerators, partnerships, business development, or early-stage sales.
Strong familiarity with the London startup and VC ecosystem, either through prior work as a founder, operator, or in VC/platform roles. Bonus is relationships with VCs and startups across EMEA.
High energy and strong people skills — you enjoy being out in the ecosystem, meeting founders, and building genuine relationships.
Interest in GTM and revenue impact, with an understanding of how partnerships support pipeline and growth.
Excellent communication skills, able to explain value clearly to founders and internal stakeholders.
Execution mindset — comfortable running programs, events, and follow-ups with guidance from a senior partner lead.
Ability to work in-person in London as needed (3 days a week in office/hybrid role).
Open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work - demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact
What you can expect as a Vanta’n:
Industry-competitive salary and equity
100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits with dependents coverage
16 weeks paid Parental Leave for all new parents Health & wellness stipend
Remote workspace, internet, and mobile phone stipend
Commuter benefits for team members who attend the office
Pension matching
25 days of Annual Leave per year and unlimited sick time
8 company-paid holidays
Virtual team building activities, lunch and learns, and other company-wide events!
Offices in SF, NYC, London, Dublin, Tel Aviv, and Sydney
