Job Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Differential Ventures is a NYC-based venture capital fund investing in AI, machine learning, and data-centric startups across North America, Europe, and Israel. Our portfolio companies use data science and advanced engineering to build ‘the data-driven economy.’ With a team of experienced investors, data scientists, and startup executives, we focus on advancing enterprise technology to help companies transition into the “data age.”

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a Chief of Staff to support our Managing Partners and investment team, working daily from our Midtown Manhattan office. We are a small team of highly-motivated and high-performing professionals on a mission to build a top-tier, early-stage venture capital firm. In this high impact role, you’ll be actively involved in every function of our business to help ensure that our day-to-day workflow operates more effectively and strategically.

You are proactive, exceptionally organized, and passionate about optimizing processes. As an effective communicator and relationship builder, you’ll engage seamlessly and professionally with C-level executives, entrepreneurs, founders, limited partners, and other senior stakeholders, fostering collaboration at every step.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT NOT LIMITED TO)

Managing Partner Support

• Act as gatekeeper for the Managing Partners to all partners of the firm including portfolio companies, board members, other VCs, founders, and investors.
• Track the Managing Partners commitments, assist in daily planning and ensure follow through on all responsibilities.
• Handle personal and professional tasks for the Managing Partners—errands, bills, and more!

Calendars & Meetings

• Keep things running smoothly by managing fast-changing calendars, scheduling meetings, events, and travel plans for the team.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, from preparing materials to scheduling conference calls and catering when necessary.

Communication & Relationship Management

• Be the go-to, primary point of contact for the investment team, managing communications, inquiries and priorities.
• Serve as brand ambassador, representing the firm with style in all interactions with external partners and stakeholders.
• Manage highly sensitive and confidential information with complete discretion and professionalism.

Marketing & Events

• Strategize, plan, and execute on community building activities.
• Organize and draft newsletters and social media posts.
• Help build brand awareness and visibility of Differential, our team members, and portfolio companies.
• Monitor industry events and collaborate with the Investment Team on event attendance and speaking opportunities.

Admin & Office 

• Ensure the office operates efficiently by managing supplies, vendor relationships, and equipment maintenance.
• Tackle expense reports, data entry, and document preparation.
• Work on-site daily at our Midtown Manhattan office to keep the team connected and energized.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects on an as-needed basis.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• BA or BS degree
• 3+ years of experience supporting executive-level leaders in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated; proactively identify areas for improvement to better streamline team workflow.
• Sense of urgency; ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace and other software efficiency tools like Hubspot, Zoom and Notion. 

Bonus points for

• Previous experience in venture capital, financial services or start-up environments.
• Experience in AI, machine learning or data-centric technology.

COMPENSATION

Base salary range: $90,000 – $125,000+. This range is determined by multiple factors and levels of experience.

Bonus: You will be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits: Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k

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