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Posted 05 August, 2026

Principal/VP - Investment Strategy & Innovation, Fintech VC

Cornell Search
City of London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Principal/VP – Investment Strategy & Innovation, Fintech VC

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We’re hiring a Principal (VP level), Investment Strategy, Innovation & Insights person to help build and scale a high-impact research function within a leading fintech-focused venture capital fund operating at the intersection of technology and financial services.

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This role partners closely with the Head of the team to deliver high-quality, productised market intelligence — from thematic deep dives and startup benchmarking to strategic briefings and trend reports — directly shaping investment decisions and innovation strategy.

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What you’ll do:

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• Lead thematic research, market mapping, and investment briefings

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• Develop structured frameworks to assess emerging technologies and business models

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• Build scalable intelligence assets (startup maps, trackers, sector databases)

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• Synthesize complex market and regulatory signals into clear strategic implications

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• Collaborate closely with investment teams on sourcing, diligence, and thesis development

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• Help formalise research processes and elevate output quality and consistency

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• Contribute to public-facing insight content and thought leadership

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Profile:

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• Background in any of the following - strategy consulting, research, investment analysis, or advisory roles (experience in venture capital, corporate innovation, or startup ecosystems is a plus)

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• Strong experience presenting complex analysis to senior stakeholders

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• Structured thinker with strong narrative and communication skills

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• Comfortable operating in lean, high-expectation environments

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• Deep interest in fintech, venture, and technology-driven innovation

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If you’re excited about shaping insight at the convergence of tech, venture and financial services, we’d love to hear from you.