Investor

First Round Capital is a venture capital firm focused on early-stage company building. They are seeking an Investor to connect with builders and identify the next generation of founders, while supporting them throughout their journey. Responsibilities Build authentic relationships with founders, engineers, researchers, product folks, and GTM leaders, embedding yourself in technical and founder communities Attend, host and organize events that bring together high-quality builders, from intimate gatherings to larger community meetups Act as the connective tissue between builders and First Round — making sure we’re the first call when someone is ready to start a company Find creative ways to get great founders to reach out to you, not just the other way around — through writing, social media, online communities, or channels we haven’t thought of yet Drive diligence end-to-end on investment opportunities you surface, and stay involved in supporting companies after we invest Skills You have commercial and technical range. You're as curious about why a business works as you are about how a product is built You excel at building relationships. Others find you approachable, authentic, and easy to connect with You're reliable and hyper-organized. No matter how full your calendar or inbox gets, you don't drop balls or leave people hanging You're curious by nature. You dive deep into how things work and constantly explore new ideas, products, and markets You do whatever it takes to get the job done. When the work requires speed, late nights, or weekend effort, you step up without hesitation Prior venture capital experience Startup operating experience, ideally at an early-stage or high-growth company Active involvement in startup communities, such as founder networks, operator groups, accelerators, meetups, or online ecosystems Company Overview First Round is a venture capital firm that specializes in providing seed-stage funding to technology companies. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship First Round Capital has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2024, 1 in 2022, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.