What are the responsibilities and job description for the Venture Capital Associate/Senior Associate, Consumer position at Alexander Chapman?
A thematic investment firm focused on the future of food, agriculture, and consumer innovation is looking to add an Investment Associate or Senior Associate to its New York-based team.
The firm invests in high-growth businesses across food systems, consumer products, agricultural technology, supply chain innovation, and adjacent sectors shaping the future of consumption and sustainability globally.
This is an opportunity to join a lean and entrepreneurial investment team with broad exposure across sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio support.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and execute investment opportunities across food, agriculture, and consumer-related sectors
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and investment due diligence
- Build financial models and investment materials
- Assist with transaction execution and portfolio company support
- Monitor industry trends and emerging themes across consumer and food ecosystems
- Participate in meetings with founders, management teams, and industry experts
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in private equity, venture capital, growth equity, investment banking, or a related investing role
- Prior exposure to consumer, food & beverage, agriculture, retail, or adjacent sectors preferred
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and communication skills
- Interest in thematic investing and long-term consumer trends
- Ability to operate effectively in a lean, fast-paced environment
Preferred Background
- Experience covering food, agriculture, consumer, retail, or sustainability-related sectors
- Candidates with broader consumer investing or consumer M&A backgrounds are also encouraged to apply