Head of Startup Sourcing & Community

LvlUp Ventures is one of the ten most active venture capital firms globally, with a proven, value-driven approach to investing in and accelerating high-growth startups. To date, LvlUp has backed approximately 1,000 companies and reviews 20,000+ startup applications annually across its funds and accelerators. The firm operates 10+ funds and startup programs, powered by world-class infrastructure spanning capital, distribution, partnerships, and operational support.

LvlUp is hiring a Head of Startup Sourcing and Community to build and scale the systems, relationships, and communities that enable the firm to discover exceptional founders before anyone else. This is a leadership role with significant autonomy to expand LvlUp founder, scout, university, and ecosystem presence globally.

Key Responsibilities:

Startup Sourcing:

- Source exceptional startups across sectors and geographies

- Build repeatable systems to identify promising companies before they become widely known

- Develop thematic sourcing strategies around emerging industries and trends

- Create founder referral and community growth loops

- Conduct strategic outreach to top-tier startups

Scout Program Management:

- Scale and manage LvlUp global scout network

- Recruit, onboard, and activate top-performing scouts

- Design incentives, engagement programs, and performance tracking

- Increase qualified startup referrals and ecosystem intelligence

Community Building:

- Build and lead university and founder community programs

- Develop strategic partnerships to expand deal flow

- Represent LvlUp at key ecosystem events and conferences

This is a high-impact role at one of the most active VC firms globally, with direct influence on investment pipeline quality.