General Partner Venture Fund
Company Description
Toolkit For Founders is a free, curated vendor recommendation platform founded in 2026 that helps small and medium business founders discover and connect with relevant service providers. The platform offers affiliate discounts, special offers, and tailored support across critical operational areas such as payroll, employer of record services, fund administration, SOC 2 compliance, online banking, and international hiring. By simplifying vendor selection, Toolkit For Founders enables founders to focus on building and scaling their businesses. The company is technology-driven and partner-focused, aiming to create long-term value for founders and the ecosystem of service providers that support them. Role Description The General Partner Venture Fund role is a full-time, remote position responsible for originating, evaluating, and leading investments that align with Toolkit For Founders’ mission and platform strategy. This role involves sourcing promising founders and service providers, conducting due diligence, structuring deals, and managing portfolio relationships to drive growth and returns. The General Partner will develop and refine fund strategy, oversee investment theses, and collaborate closely with internal teams to integrate portfolio companies into the platform in value-accretive ways. Day-to-day activities include meeting with prospective founders and vendors, mentoring portfolio companies, monitoring financial and operational performance, and representing the fund in ecosystem events and partnerships. The role also requires building strong LP relationships, reporting fund performance, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and fund governance standards.
Qualifications
Strong investment and fund management skills, including experience in venture capital, private equity, or early-stage investing. Expertise in deal sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, and transaction structuring. Deep understanding of SMB and startup ecosystems, particularly in areas such as payroll, employer of record, fund administration, SOC 2, online banking, or international hiring. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with founders, service providers, and limited partners. Strategic thinking and portfolio management capabilities, with a track record of driving value creation. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, including comfort representing the fund publicly. Experience operating in or advising technology-enabled platforms or marketplaces is highly beneficial. Ability to work independently in a remote environment, exercise sound judgment, and make data-informed decisions. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; an advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or equivalent experience is a plus.