Venture Capital Recruiter
Looking for venture capital talent in France? Selby Jennings connects firms with candidates who match their investment focus and team culture across hubs like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille. We support hiring as you expand your team, strengthen portfolio companies, or enter new markets.
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Supporting every step of your VC recruitment journey
Expertise in venture capital
Our venture capital specialists bring over 20 years of experience across the French market. We support firms at every stage, from seed to growth equity and later stage funding. We understand the skills needed in hubs like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, and connect you with people who can add value to your investment strategy.
Global network of VC talent
Our search process fits the needs of the venture capital sector. We recommend candidates who match your stage focus and investment approach. We look for professionals who can handle complex deals, support portfolio companies, and work effectively in France’s competitive VC environment.
Hiring confidentiality
Our team treats every search with discretion. We manage sensitive information carefully and handle high stakes hiring with full privacy for firms and candidates. The process stays structured and professional from start to finish.
Long-term partnerships
We build long term relationships with VC firms across France. By understanding your values and goals, we identify candidates who meet technical needs and fit your culture. Our support continues as your firm grows and your hiring needs shift.
Selby Jennings supports a broad range of firms across the venture capital ecosystem, including but not limited to:
- Early-stage venture capital firms (Seed to Series A)
- Growth equity firms (Series B+ and beyond)
- Corporate venture capital arms
- Impact and sustainability-focused VC funds
- Sector-specific firms (e.g. fintech, biotech, deep tech, climate tech)
- Family offices with direct VC investment mandates
- University endowments and innovation fund arms
- Global and regional multi-stage VC platforms
…and many more firms where innovation, scalability, and strategic investment are at the core of long-term success.
Looking to grow your team?
Request a call back and speak with one of our specialist consultants today.
Selby Jennings partners with venture capital firms globally to deliver high-impact talent across investment and capital functions. Roles we typically support include, but are not limited to:
- Investment Analyst
- Investment Associate
- Senior Associate
- Vice President – Investments
- Principal
- ESG / Impact Analyst
- Sector Specialist (e.g. Biotech, Fintech, AI)
- Fundraising Associate
- Investor Relations Associate
We connect visionary professionals with venture firms where strategic thinking, market insight, and founder alignment drive long-term success.
Looking to grow your team?
Request a call back and speak with one of our specialist consultants today.
Selby Jennings offers various workforce solutions tailored to your specific objectives.
- Permanent hires - Our permanent search service, whether through contingent or retained venture capital recruitment, helps you secure the professionals who can truly make an impact.
- Contract hires - Our extensive network of contractors and interim managers integrate seamlessly into companies to drive short term goals.
- Multi-hire projects - We take a consultative approach with our clients, managing the entire recruitment process from sourcing to hiring across the entire project.
Working with Selby Jennings felt like an extension of our team. They understood our thesis, spoke our language, and introduced talent that truly reflected our values and ambition.
FAQs
Recruiters identify candidates with strong deal experience, industry networks, and analytical skills. Selby Jennings specializes in sourcing talent from investment banking, private equity, and startup ecosystems, then screening for cultural and strategic fit before presenting shortlists.
Typical hires include analysts, associates, principals, and partners. Selby Jennings also supports hiring for operating partners, portfolio support professionals, and functional experts in fundraising, investor relations, or ESG.
Employers in France value financial modeling, due diligence, and investment analysis skills, along with experience in startups or growth companies. Selby Jennings targets candidates who also bring strong networks in sectors like technology, healthcare, and consumer markets across hubs such as Paris and Lyon.
Junior roles like analysts and associates in France typically take 6 to 10 weeks to fill, while senior hires such as principals or partners can take several months. Selby Jennings manages the full process so firms can move quickly despite tight talent pools in markets like Paris.
Compensation in France varies by fund size, location, and seniority. Associates usually earn around €50 000 to €90 000 in base and bonus. Principals and partners receive higher packages that often include carried interest. Selby Jennings provides market specific salary benchmarking across hubs like Paris and Lyon to support firms and candidates.