What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investment Principal position at VanEck?
Position Summary: VanEck is a global asset management firm with a long history of identifying transformative investment opportunities ahead of the curve. With deep roots in public markets and a commitment to innovation, we are building a differentiated strategy focused on late-stage private technology companies approaching public scale. Our platform is designed to connect institutional capital with the most compelling private businesses in the world — those redefining their industries and preparing for the next phase of growth. As we expand our private investing efforts, we are looking to add a high-performing investment professional to our team.
We are seeking an Investment Principal or Senior Associate to help lead investments in private technology companies at the growth-to-pre-IPO stage. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in investment banking, combined with hands-on investing experience at a top-tier growth equity, venture capital, or crossover fund. This role plays a central role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing deals, with significant exposure to firm leadership and meaningful ownership in shaping the strategy.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The position’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following functions:
If this position will be performed in whole or in part in New York City, the base salary range is $165,000 - $200,000. Individual salaries may vary based on different factors including but not limited to, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with this position.
VanEck is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and to providing equal opportunity in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. VanEck does not and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, covered-veteran or military status, genetic information, and/or any other factor protected by law.
We are seeking an Investment Principal or Senior Associate to help lead investments in private technology companies at the growth-to-pre-IPO stage. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in investment banking, combined with hands-on investing experience at a top-tier growth equity, venture capital, or crossover fund. This role plays a central role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing deals, with significant exposure to firm leadership and meaningful ownership in shaping the strategy.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The position’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following functions:
- Identify and evaluate opportunities in mature, venture-backed technology companies with institutional momentum and IPO potential
- Lead due diligence processes, including market research, financial modeling, KPI benchmarking, and management engagement
- Monitor private secondary markets, cap table dynamics, and late-stage funding trends
- Develop and maintain relationships across the ecosystem — founders, investors, bankers, and intermediaries
- Prepare investment memoranda and present recommendations to the investment committee
- Contribute to portfolio strategy, pipeline development, and firm-building initiatives
- 4–7 years of total experience: 2–3 years in investment banking (ideally in technology coverage or M&A), followed by direct investing experience at a growth-stage VC, crossover, or late-stage investment firm
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; confident evaluating large-scale businesses with complex structures
- Exposure to private market deal dynamics and understanding of IPO/exit pathways
- Ability to operate in a lean, entrepreneurial environment with autonomy and ownership
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; a relationship builder who thrives in collaborative settings
- Passion for technology and a long-term orientation around company building
- Be part of a firm with deep investment heritage and institutional reach
- Work on a focused strategy with access to premier private market opportunities
- Join a nimble, high-performing team with the resources of a global platform
- Competitive compensation with significant upside and career advancement potential
If this position will be performed in whole or in part in New York City, the base salary range is $165,000 - $200,000. Individual salaries may vary based on different factors including but not limited to, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with this position.
VanEck is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and to providing equal opportunity in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. VanEck does not and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, covered-veteran or military status, genetic information, and/or any other factor protected by law.
Salary : $165,000 - $200,000
