Director/VP, Investments, Investor Relations & Operations

<div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>ABOUT NEWLAB</strong><br>Newlab is a venture platform for critical technology startups transforming core industrial sectors. We help startups commercialize faster by aligning Infrastructure, Commercialization Projects, and Capital in locations with strategic advantages. Newlab operates 5 innovation hubs globally and manages active pilot programming in additional regions. To date, Newlab has partnered with over 50 industry and government leaders and has supported its 400+ member companies in raising over $5.8B from venture capital firms, with over $3B of successful exits and a collective valuation of over $20B.<br><br></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>THE POSITION</strong><br>Newlab is seeking a Director/VP, Investments, Investor Relations and Operations, working with the Head of Investments. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of investments, including LP coordination and follow-up, deal execution and documentation, portfolio reporting, and the systems architecture that keeps a rules-based fund disciplined and transparent. This position will be the connective tissue between fundraising and our high-velocity investment pipeline.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><br><u>Investment Operations</u></div> <ul> <li>Own the integrity of our three-gate process, ensure 100% adherence to the rules-based investment model for all fund investments as they move through the funnel</li> <li>Prepare deal memos synthesizing company overview, market landscape, competitive positioning, differentiation, valuation, and key performance metrics</li> <li>Manage end-to-end deal execution process once a company is qualified — drafting, analyzing, and coordination of term sheets, legal document review, investment committee materials, closing mechanics, and wire coordination</li> <li>Maintain investment tracking infrastructure including pipeline status, gate progression, and portfolio company records</li> <li>Coordinate with outside counsel on investment documentation and ensure the lead investor terms align with fund requirements (SAFEs, convertible notes, equity rounds, side letters)</li> <li>Track and manage co-investment allocation and SPV formation for eligible LPs</li> </ul> <div><u>Reporting &amp; Compliance</u></div> <ul> <li>Build and maintain quarterly portfolio reports including valuations, follow-on activity, and key company updates</li> <li>Coordinate with fund administrators on NAV calculations, capital account statements, and K-1 preparation</li> <li>Ensure compliance with fund governance requirements including Investment Committee documentation and LPAC disclosures</li> <li>Maintain the definitive, auditable records of gate criteria verification for every investment decision</li> </ul> <div><u>Newlab Platform &amp; Operating Company Interaction</u></div> <ul> <li>Serve as the primary operational liaison between Newlab Investments and Newlab’s global operating company</li> <li>Own the relationship with location and sector leads (Brooklyn, Detroit, New Orleans, Montevideo, Riyadh) to collect underwriting signal, 360 Referral inputs, and portfolio updates for gate-level decisions</li> <li>Partner with the CPO, SVP Operations, and General Counsel to industrialize Newlab Investments' operational core—integrating platform pipeline data, member tracking, and investment logic with institutional-grade finance, fund admin, and compliance systems</li> </ul> <div><u>LP Coordination &amp; Fundraising Support</u></div> <ul> <li>Drive all aspects of the firm’s fundraising efforts in partnership with the Head of Investments, supporting strategy execution and investor engagement</li> <li>Own and manage the LP pipeline CRM, including tracking outreach, meeting activity, follow-ups, and commitment status</li> <li>Support prospective and existing investor meetings, including preparation of materials and talking points, active participation and note-taking, and timely follow-ups to advance relationships and next steps</li> <li>Coordinate LP onboarding processes, including subscription documentation, KYC/AML compliance, and capital call logistics</li> <li>Develop and maintain LP-facing materials, including pitch decks, data room content, quarterly reports, and annual meeting materials</li> <li>Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for LPs, managing operational inquiries, document requests, and meeting coordination</li> </ul> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>THE CANDIDATE</strong><br><u>Essential Qualifications</u></div> <ul> <li>5–8 years of experience in venture investor relations, venture fund operations/administration, investment banking or adjacent roles</li> <li>Experience in fund operations and early-stage deal mechanics, including LP onboarding, capital calls, reporting cycles, and legal documentation (e.g., SAFEs, convertible notes, side letters, pro-rata rights)</li> <li>Demonstrated passion for deep tech / hard tech, with relevant experience, academic exposure, or sustained interest in technically complex sectors</li> <li>Excellent communication, high EQ, and executive presence; ability to synthesize complex information into investor-ready materials and manage LP inquiries and requests</li> <li>Systems-oriented, organized, detail-driven; experience with CRMs and reporting workflows, able to manage multiple workstreams (fundraising, deals, reporting) with precision</li> <li>Proactive, collaborative, and accountable; experience supporting the full investment lifecycle (term sheets through closing) and familiarity with platforms like Carta or Juniper Square preferred</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree required</li> </ul> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>LOCATION &amp; REMUNERATION</strong></div> <ul> <li>Brooklyn, NY (in-person)</li> <li>A competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience, will be provided</li> <li>Base salary expected in the range of $150,000 to $225,000</li> </ul>