asylum.vc

Asylum Ventures is a new venture firm dedicated to the creative act of building companies. We raised $55 million to invest $1-2 million in early-stage founders.

We're seeking a Venture Analyst to join our team and help us identify, evaluate, and support the next generation of exceptional founders. This role is perfect for someone who is already deeply immersed in the startup ecosystem, whether formally or informally, and is passionate about the intersection of the art and science in business.

Asylum’s founding team includes:

• Nick Chirls, Managing Partner
• Jon Wu, Investment Partner
• Mackenzie Regent, Operating Partner/COO

Key Responsibilities

1. Deal Flow Management:
   • Screen incoming pitches and investment opportunities
   • Conduct initial assessments of potential investments
   • Manage and optimize our deal pipeline
2. Founder Network Development:
   • Build and maintain relationships with founders, scouts, and other interesting people in our target ecosystems and geographies
   • Identify and reach out to promising current or future founders for potential investments
   • Organize and participate in events to expand our network
3. Due Diligence:
   • Perform in-depth research on industries, markets, and companies
   • Prepare investment memos and present findings to the partnership
4. Portfolio Support:
   • Assist portfolio companies with various needs, including introductions, research, and strategic advice
   • Assist in the tracking of portfolio company progress and maintain up-to-date records

Qualifications

Must-have

• Complete relentlessness
• Demonstrated obsession for startups, technology, and business
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to be shameless

Nice-to-have

• Technical skills either in programming or data science
• Experience starting a business of any size

No-need-to-have

• A degree of any kind
• Experience in investing or venture capital

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is:

• Relentless in their pursuit of excellence and opportunities
• Obsessive about startups, technology, and the craft of building businesses
• Entrepreneurial in spirit, with a track record of initiating and driving projects
• Already deeply involved in the startup ecosystem, formally or informally
• A true business nerd, fascinated by the intricacies of various business models and industries