VC Investment Manager

Empowering Future Leaders in Venture Capital 🚀

Position: Investment Manager 
Location: Antwerp, Belgium

Competitive package plus company car

Your Path to Becoming a Venture Capitalist at Fortino Capital

Are you passionate about technology, startups, and helping companies scale? Do you envision yourself making a real impact in the venture capital world, driving growth, and creating value?

Your Role: Associate / Investment Manager:

You'll work closely with partners and senior team members on every aspect of venture capital—from sourcing deals to supporting our portfolio companies. This is an opportunity to grow, learn, and contribute meaningfully to our investment strategy.

Who We Are:

At Fortino Capital, within our VC practice, we invest in early-stage companies (Seed and Series A), helping them reach their full potential, and we’re looking for an ambitious, tech-savvy professional to join us on this journey.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Deal Sourcing: Be on the lookout for innovative investment opportunities, focusing on SaaS companies in Europe, with specific focus on Belgian market.
• Market Research & Strategy: Conduct in-depth market research to shape investment strategies and guide decisions.
• Due Diligence & Deal Execution: Support the team in evaluating potential investments, analyzing financials, and navigating the full investment process.
• Portfolio Support: Engage with our portfolio companies, providing project-based analysis and strategic guidance to drive growth.
• Industry Knowledge & Networking: Stay ahead of tech trends in the B2B SaaS world, attend industry conferences, and connect with startup founders at our CEO/CTO Summits and networking events like the Fortino- Gent Tech Soiree.
• Team Support: Lead operational processes such as financial reporting, marketing, or compliance to ensure smooth internal workflows.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• Experience & Passion: 2-3 years of experience in finance, consulting, tech, or startups, with a strong interest in venture capital and technology.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Excel and Python is valued, and we appreciate those who self-learn.
• Storytelling in Slides: You're skilled in PowerPoint and can translate complex matter into succinct, structured and powerful narratives.
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Comfortable working with data, you can synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
• Connector & Communicator: Excellent networking and communication skills, allowing you to influence and build relationships with entrepreneurs.
• Integrity & Drive: A strong work ethic, independent drive, and a belief in transparency and ethical practices.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English & Dutch is required. French knowledge is an added benefit.

Why Join Fortino?

At Fortino, you’ll play a key role in assessing and supporting promising startups as we raise our next round of VC investment. You’ll find a supportive, growth-oriented culture grounded in our four core values:
• High Performance: We strive for excellence in everything we do.
• Commitment: Going the extra mile is just the beginning.
• Integrity: We believe in transparency and doing what we say.
• Teamwork: Building trust-based relationships to create an inclusive and supportive environment.

What to expect from working at Fortino in this position?

• You will closely work in a tandem with lead VC partner based in Belgium
• At Fortino, taking own initiatives are very much applauded and rewarded
• You will be given plenty of room for independently paving your own way in VC
• You will be expected to pave your way to become a respected VC faces/professional in Belgium and Europe at large
• All in all, plenty of opportunities for learning, networking, and shaping the future of innovation

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to dive into venture capital and make a meaningful impact, send us your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why Fortino is the place for you. We value authenticity and would love to hear your personal journey and aspirations.

Our Interview Process:

We value a transparent and thorough interview process to get to know you better and give you a feel for our team. Here’s what to expect:
• Initial Calls: First conversations with Filip, our Partner, to discuss your experience and motivations for joining Fortino, with whom you would be working day-to-day.
• Case Study: We’ll invite you to work on a case study to showcase your analytical skills and strategic thinking.
• Meet & Greet: Finally, you'll be welcomed to our office for a meet and greet, where you’ll have the chance to engage with many team members, and experience our team culture firsthand.

Equal Opportunities Statement:

Fortino Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

At Fortino Capital, we’re proud to have nearly a 50/50 gender balance in our team, reflecting our commitment to diversity and inclusion.