Contract Associate, Venture Intelligence

About Altis Altis is a venture intelligence platform that helps investors make faster, better decisions on Series A/B/C companies. We conduct deep primary research (expert interviews with customers, competitors, and industry specialists) to build the analysis that drives investment committee decisions. We're backed by Primary Venture Partners, co-founded by a Midas-list investor, and building a structured analyst program modeled on the intellectual range and apprenticeship found at top management consulting firms. About The Role You'll join a research pod and contribute immediately: conducting expert interviews, building company analyses, synthesizing primary research findings, and helping produce the reports that drive investment committee decisions on Series A+ companies. This is a contract role designed as a pipeline to permanent positions. We're building the team fast, and this structure lets both sides evaluate fit before making long-term commitments. Associates who demonstrate strong judgment and research instincts move into full-time roles with equity. You'll work alongside Sector Leads and report to our Founding CRO (ex-McKinsey, ex-Growth Investor). The CEO is a former BCG Managing Director & Partner. About You 1-7 years of professional experience in consulting, banking, expert networks, equity research, or a related analytical field A strong quantitative and analytical foundation. You're the person who digs until the answer makes sense Genuine curiosity about AI, technology, and what makes companies succeed or fail Experience with primary research — you've talked to customers, competitors, or experts to build a view, not just pulled data from a terminal Clear communication skills. You can synthesize complexity into something a decision-maker can act on An itch to get into venture and willing to prove it You Want $10,000 - $24,000 monthly compensation (based on experience) New York City, in-office 4-5 days/week (625 Broadway) A clear path to a full-time role with pre-Series A equity (vesting begins during contract period) Founding-stage team — your work shapes the product, the methodology, and the company The intellectual challenge of consulting without the travel grind