Venture Capital Job – Venture Capital Analyst – DRW

DRW is a diversified principal trading firm with over 30 years of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional talent to bear on some of the world’s most complex markets. We operate across a broad range of asset classes, instruments and strategies in over 30 countries and are active in every major liquid market.

We have a Venture Capital Analyst opening on our Principal Investing team in Chicago. This role offers the opportunity to join a small team focusing on early-stage technology investments. This role will have broad exposure to the venture capital investment process and will gain meaningful experience across all aspects of the team’s activities.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Conduct due diligence, research and analysis on potential investment opportunities
2. Develop financial models, conduct valuation analysis and market sizing, and prepare investment memoranda and presentations
3. Support the team in managing deal flow, including screening new opportunities and preparing materials for investment committee meetings
4. Monitor portfolio companies and industry trends, including competitive landscapes and emerging technologies
5. Assist in building and maintaining relationships with entrepreneurs, venture capital firms, and other key stakeholders in the technology ecosystem
6. Contribute to various internal initiatives and special projects related to the Principal Investing team’s strategy and operations

What we’re looking for:

1. 1-3 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or management consulting
2. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field with a strong academic record
3. Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely
5. High level of intellectual curiosity and a passion for technology and innovation
6. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment
7. Proficiency with financial modeling tools (e.g., Excel) and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint)

For more information about DRW, please visit us at

Join our community of VCs/Investors here –