Investment Analyst

Digital Catapult is a deep tech innovation organisation. We help businesses grow by applying advanced technologies partnering with government industry and academia to deliver solutions thatbenefitthe UKs economy and society. Withnearly 300innovators across multiple UK regions we tackle significant challenges through collaborativepracticalinnovation enablingresponsibledevelopment andadoption of deep technologies.

As an Investment Analyst on Digital Catapults Investment Team you will help support innovativedeeptechstartups as they prepare to raise investment and scale. Youllplay ahandsonrole in delivering investment readiness programmes engaging with investors and supporting the development ofhighpotentialcompanies. This isa great opportunityto build experience in the venture ecosystem working closely with founders investors and programme teams while developing your knowledge of startups and fundraising.

What youll do (Duties)

• Support the delivery of investment readiness activities across programmes including workshops 1:1 sessions and founder support

• Assistwith evaluating startups and gathering insights on business models traction and fundraising readiness

• Coordinate investor engagement activities such as fireside chats pitch practice sessions and roundtables

• Conduct research into investment trends sectorsinnovativecompaniesand relevant investors to support programme delivery

• Maintainaccuraterecords of startups investors and programme activity in CRM systems

• Collaborate with internal teams to supporthighqualityprogramme delivery and founder outcomes

• Strong interest in startups venture capital and emerging technologies

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills

• Analytical mindset with the ability to research and present information clearly

• Comfortable working collaboratively in a team environment

• A proactive and curious approach with a willingness to learn and develop
  
  Salary: c 30-40k per annum (subject to experience)
  Deadline forapplications:Tuesday 9thJune2026 5 pm BST
  Start Date: As soon as possible

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Commitment to Equality Diversity and Inclusion

• We recognise and value the advantages and opportunities that come with having people from diverse backgrounds working with us and it is our ambition to build an organisation which is representative and reflective of UK society.
• We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates candidates from minority and underrepresented groups and from candidates with more or less experience provided the requisite skills can be demonstrated.
• As members of the Disability Confident Scheme we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Please do speak with us about adjustments that could support you through our interview process.
• Digital Catapult is an equal opportunities employer.

• We are in the UKs Top 100 Best Workplaces and placed in the UKs Best Workplaces in Tech and Large Organisations.
• Digital Catapult is aDisability Confident Committed Level 1 Employer.
• Excellent holiday package: 25 days annual leave Bank Holidays and 3 days between Christmas and New Year:
• Double-matched pension up to 10% of your salary;
• Discretionary company bonus
• 4% of your salary to use towards selecting benefits that work for you including health cash plan Private Medical Insurance; buying holiday topping up your pension;
• E-Vehicle Scheme; Cycle2Work; Tech Scheme; Gym Discounts; Give As you Earn; PerkPal;
• Life insurance 4x salary;
• Free to access EAP & Financial Wellbeing advice;
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave;
• Hybrid working - with great offices to work from 2 days per week with some roles needing to be onsite more regularly to ensure the successful delivery of our work;
• Investment in your ongoing learning and development with us;
• Company social events throughout the year and free office snacks!

We have a vibrant and engaging culture where all voices are heardand a variety of employee led affinity groups who champion initiatives and provide opportunities for feedback to be shared.

We use moments in the year to educate everyone at Digital Catapult on different aspects of Equity Diversity and Inclusion and to raise awareness.

We also enjoy socialising and having fun together through a variety of company-wide events held throughout the year including our football team running and climbing groupsand volunteering activities.

Required Experience:

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