About Us
Formerly Sinai Ventures, Nonlinear Capital is an investment firm focused on growth stage technology companies. We have invested in more than 90 companies since 2016 including Pinterest, Compass, Hippo, Ro, Carta, Dutchie, Anduril, Varda Space Industries, Ghost, Front, Esusu, and OKCredit.
Position Overview
The Investor Relations Director will play a pivotal role in our fundraising activities and investor communications. This position requires a strategic communicator who can effectively represent our investment thesis, portfolio performance, and value proposition to existing and prospective limited partners. The ideal candidate will balance relationship management with analytical rigor to support our fundraising goals while ensuring exceptional service to our investor base.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Capital Formation
- Lead fundraising efforts for new and existing funds, including development of marketing materials, pitch decks, and investment memoranda
- Coordinate and execute roadshows, investor meetings, and due diligence sessions
- Build and nurture relationships with institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals
- Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to expand and diversify the investor base
Investor Communications & Reporting
- Serve as the primary point of contact for limited partners, addressing inquiries and providing timely updates
- Prepare and deliver quarterly investor reports, performance updates, and capital call/distribution notices
- Create compelling content showcasing portfolio company milestones and investment thesis validation
- Manage investor portal and ensure all communications maintain consistent messaging and branding
Relationship Management
- Implement and maintain a robust CRM system to track investor interactions and preferences
- Develop tailored engagement strategies for different investor segments
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts to address complex investor requests or concerns
- Build relationships with placement agents, capital introduction teams, and other capital formation partners
Investment Intelligence
- Partner with the investment team to translate complex investment strategies into clear, compelling narratives
- Stay current on market trends, competitive landscape, and investor sentiment to inform fundraising strategies
- Develop investor feedback mechanisms to capture market intelligence that can inform investment strategies
- Support portfolio company communications during significant events (acquisitions, expansions, exits)
- Contribute to investment committee discussions with investor perspective and market intelligence
Qualifications
Required Experience & Skills
- 3+ years of experience in investor relations, banking, capital raising, or institutional sales within private equity, venture capital, or investment banking
- Proven track record of successful fundraising with institutional investors
- Strong understanding of investment structures, financial reporting, and fund operations
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to distill complex investment concepts
- Network of institutional investor relationships
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field
Personal Attributes
- Strategic thinker with exceptional attention to detail
- Polished professional presence and executive-level presentation skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Uncompromising integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information
- Collaborative mindset with ability to work with nimble team
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Carried interest participation in funds raised
- Remote/hybrid work with some travel required