381 Investment Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

We’re representing a leading global consumer-focused venture capital fund that’s looking to hire an Investment Manager to join its London team. Backed by a major industry player and with a multi-hundred-million fund to deploy, the team invests in category-defining consumer brands and enabling technologies across Europe, North America and beyond.

This is a high-impact role offering significant responsibility from day one, working closely with Partners and senior investment professionals to originate, execute, and manage investments that shape the next generation of consumer businesses.

The Role

The Investment Manager will take a central role in the full investment lifecycle:

• Origination: Build deal flow through founder and investor networks, sector research, and event participation. Identify trends and opportunities in high-growth consumer categories such as beauty & wellbeing, functional food & beverages, and brand-enabling tech.
• Execution: Lead due diligence (commercial, financial, legal), develop valuation models, and prepare compelling investment materials for the Investment Committee. Negotiate terms and manage the closing process.
• Portfolio: Take Board or Board Observer seats, providing strategic guidance, leveraging corporate partnerships, and identifying growth opportunities. Monitor performance, support follow-on funding, and contribute to successful exits.
• Ecosystem: Build relationships with co-investors, advisors, and industry leaders to enhance deal flow and market presence.
• Team: Mentor junior colleagues, contribute to investment strategy, and promote a collaborative, high-performance culture.

About You

• 5–7 years’ experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, strategy consulting, or a high-growth startup.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with a track record of working end-to-end on deals.
• A deep interest in consumer sectors and the start-up ecosystem, ideally with exposure to FMCG, beauty & wellbeing, food & beverage, or consumer-enabling technologies.
• Confident communicator able to build rapport with founders, investors, and senior stakeholders.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, unstructured environments.
• Strong academic track record.

The Offer

Competitive base salary + bonus + carry, plus private healthcare and other benefits. This is a rare chance to join a globally respected consumer investor with the capital, network, and expertise to back ambitious founders and build iconic businesses.

Investment Manager – Cornwall

Basic to £100,000 plus bonus and full package

Company

A well established and highly regarded wealth management firm are looking for an Investment Manager in their office in Cornwall.

Role

You will be responsible for developing and managing a book of discretionary private client investment portfolios, placing deals resulting from portfolio reviews and placing option/derivative trades as and when required. As a senior member of an already established team you will play an important part in further developing the brand within the region by acquiring additional business from your own existing and new connections, as well as working closely with professional intermediaries across the region. You will have a genuine interest in all aspects of the investment industry, the ability to build and maintain long lasting and profitable relationships and recognise new opportunities as and when they arise.

Candidate

You will have a solid background as a UK Discretionary Investment Manager and ABSOLUTELY MUST BE QUALIFIED TO LEVEL 6 VIA THE CISI AS A MINIMUM. You will be goal orientated and result focused and have a demonstrable track record in closing new high end investor business. Exceptional communication skills and the drive to succeed are prerequisites. A book of existing business to some degree is a prerequisite.

Contact Chris for an initial discussion on , email or reply direct via this posting.

Investment Manager – West Devon

Basic to £100,000 plus bonus and full package

Company

• A well established and highly regarded wealth management firm are looking for an Investment Manager in West Devon/East Cornwall.

Role

• You will be responsible for developing and managing a book of discretionary private client investment portfolios.
• As a senior member of an already established team you will play an important part in further developing the brand within the region by acquiring additional business from your own existing and new connections, as well as working closely with professional intermediaries across the region.
• You will have a genuine interest in all aspects of the investment industry, the ability to build and maintain long lasting and profitable relationships and recognise new opportunities as and when they arise.

Candidate

• You will have a solid background as a UK Discretionary Investment Manager.
• YOU ABSOLUTELY MUST BE QUALIFIED TO LEVEL 6 VIA THE CISI AS A MINIMUM.
• You will be goal orientated and result focused and have a demonstrable track record in closing new high end investor business.
• Exceptional communication skills and the drive to succeed are prerequisites.
• A book of existing business to some degree is a prerequisite.

Contact Chris for an initial discussion on , email or reply direct via this posting.

We’re representing a leading global consumer-focused venture capital fund that’s looking to hire an Investment Manager to join its London team. Backed by a major industry player and with a multi-hundred-million fund to deploy, the team invests in category-defining consumer brands and enabling technologies across Europe, North America and beyond.

This is a high-impact role offering significant responsibility from day one, working closely with Partners and senior investment professionals to originate, execute, and manage investments that shape the next generation of consumer businesses.

The Role

The Investment Manager will take a central role in the full investment lifecycle:

• Origination: Build deal flow through founder and investor networks, sector research, and event participation. Identify trends and opportunities in high-growth consumer categories such as beauty & wellbeing, functional food & beverages, and brand-enabling tech.
• Execution: Lead due diligence (commercial, financial, legal), develop valuation models, and prepare compelling investment materials for the Investment Committee. Negotiate terms and manage the closing process.
• Portfolio: Take Board or Board Observer seats, providing strategic guidance, leveraging corporate partnerships, and identifying growth opportunities. Monitor performance, support follow-on funding, and contribute to successful exits.
• Ecosystem: Build relationships with co-investors, advisors, and industry leaders to enhance deal flow and market presence.
• Team: Mentor junior colleagues, contribute to investment strategy, and promote a collaborative, high-performance culture.

About You

• 5–7 years’ experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, strategy consulting, or a high-growth startup.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with a track record of working end-to-end on deals.
• A deep interest in consumer sectors and the start-up ecosystem, ideally with exposure to FMCG, beauty & wellbeing, food & beverage, or consumer-enabling technologies.
• Confident communicator able to build rapport with founders, investors, and senior stakeholders.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, unstructured environments.
• Strong academic track record.

The Offer

Competitive base salary + bonus + carry, plus private healthcare and other benefits. This is a rare chance to join a globally respected consumer investor with the capital, network, and expertise to back ambitious founders and build iconic businesses.

At Pension Insurance Corporation (PIC), we’re committed to securing the future for our policyholders by delivering stable retirement incomes. Our purpose is simple: to pay the pensions of our current and future policyholders. We do this through thoughtful investment strategies, robust risk management, and a culture grounded in our values - Resilient, Adaptable, and Loyal.

We’re looking for an Investment Manager  to join the PIC Capital team. PIC Capital is responsible for private assets at PIC including real assets and private credit.  This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact investment initiatives including transaction origination and execution, helping shape the future of our portfolio. You’ll report to the Head of Strategy for PIC Capital and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, applying your expertise to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Specific accountabilities:

• Leading the analysis and execution of investment strategies across real estate and private credit.
• Manage transactions end-to-end: from market research and strategy papers to legal negotiations and committee presentations.
• Optimise capital structures to align with PIC’s broader business goals, working closely with our credit research and ratings team, asset liability management and risk teams.
• Represent PIC externally - building networks, sharing market intelligence, and contributing to our industry presence.
• Presentation of deals and strategic initiatives to various committees including ability to adjust communication to different internal stakeholders.
• Support the growth of our private assets business by improving processes, data analytics, and mentoring junior team members.

Requirements

Experience

• ACA, CFA, investment actuary or equivalent experience in asset management or private markets.
• Proven track record in managing transactions from origination to execution.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaborative working style.

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of alternative assets, credit fundamentals, and valuation methodologies.
• Technical expertise with relevant investment structures
• Understanding of the matching adjustment, solvency requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• In depth knowledge of investment trends in key markets e.g. UK real estate, infrastructure, and private credit.

Skills

• Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to influence and lead.
• Intellectually curious and eager to challenge the status quo.
• Comfortable navigating complexity and ambiguity.
• Committed to continuous learning and development—for yourself and others.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary and the opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan, upon joining us here at Pension Insurance Corporation, you will get access to some great benefits, including private medical insurance, 28 days' annual leave (excluding bank holidays), a generous pension scheme and much more.