Head of Investor Relations

At NLC, we foster a culture of collaboration and shared purpose, guided by our core values Together, Open, Decisive, and Optimistic (TODO). We believe in valuing every team member's contributions equally and prioritise working together toward common goals, emphasising open communication and a proactive attitude towards hierarchy. Our company thrives on a flat organisational structure where your ideas and contributions matter more than your title. We actively seek individuals who share our commitment to working together to achieve our mission, creating an environment where everyone's voice is heard and respected

Who are we?

NLC Health Ventures is Europe's leading early-stage healthcare investor and venture builder, driven by a core purpose to bring science to life. We bridge the gap between groundbreaking discoveries and market-ready solutions that improve patient lives worldwide.

Our unique approach combines entrepreneurial spirit with a proven track record of building over 100 successful ventures. We identify promising healthcare innovations early on, pair them with exceptional entrepreneurial CEOs, and empower them to build thriving start-ups. This involves navigating the entire journey, from initial incorporation to securing crucial investments and ultimately achieving successful exits.

At NLC, you'll be part of a dynamic and diverse team dedicated to advancing health and making it accessible for everyone. We foster a collaborative environment where expertise is shared, challenges are embraced, and everyone contributes to a healthier future.

As we grow, the supply of talent must keep pace and critical to our success is a Head of Investor Relations

Your Role

We are seeking a seasoned results-driven  investor relations professional with a strong track record in raising capital for early-stage funds and investment products. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strategic relationships with institutional investors, professional family offices, and wealth managers. Your focus will be on promoting NLC’s captive funds and driving capital raising efforts to benefit both our funds and individual ventures.

As the Head of Investor Relations, you will take a hands-on approach, leading investor mapping, conducting initial conversations, and driving fundraising efforts across Europe. Critically, you will lead the evolution of our investor relations function, building upon existing efforts by an established team member and implementing the processes, systems, and strategies that will define our institutional IR strategy for years to come.

This role is deeply integrated within our team and will have significant strategic influence across the entire NLC group, driving critical capital raising initiatives. You will also work in close collaboration with our full-time venture partners in the clusters and the management board.

Your Activities and responsibilities include:

• Fundraising & Sales: Actively sell NLC’s early-stage funds to institutional investors, professional family offices, and wealth managers
• Investor Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with LPs, including pension funds, insurance companies, and wealth managers.
• Market Development: Map the LP landscape in Europe, identify key investors, and execute a targeted outreach strategy.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with the clusters, including their venture partners, and other stakeholders to leverage their networks and facilitate strategic introductions.
• Strategic Input: Provide insights into investor trends and contribute to refining NLC’s investment propositions.
• Practical  Execution: Personally lead early-stage investor discussions, ensuring a direct and effective approach to fundraising.
• Function Building: Define the structure, processes, and tools for a scalable Investor Relations function.
• Team Development (Future): Establish a framework for future team expansion and mentorship.

Your Profile 

• A proven sales professional with a track record in raising capital for early-stage funds or private markets.
• Experienced in selling investment products to institutional investors and professional family offices.
• Comfortable working in a venture capital, private equity, or alternative investments environment.
• Impact-driven, passionate about healthtech and innovation.
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and eager to take ownership of investor outreach and deal execution.
• Established  network within institutional investors, family offices, and wealth managers.
• Strong collaborative spirit, and a proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

We offer

• Comprehensive executive compensation package, including competitive base salary, significant equity participation through our Staff Participation Plan (“SPP”), and long-term incentive plan (“LTIP”).
• SPP: You'll participate in NLC's growth by receiving 10-30% of your gross salary as equity (with a discount), giving you a direct stake in the company. 
• LTIP: You'll benefit from a share of our carried interest at TopCo level, allowing you to directly profit from the company's long-term success.
• We also understand the importance of work-life balance and offer a culture that supports flexible working arrangements and generous holiday allowances, allowing for personal and professional fulfillment.

Does your potential match our ambition?

At NLC, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. 

NLC is a certified B Corporation and part of its community of leaders, driving a global movement of people using business as a force for good.