About the role
As Vice President, Venture Debt originator, you will own your own origination pipeline—sourcing, structuring, and executing venture debt transactions that support the growth of venture‑backed companies while aligning with ATEL’s credit philosophy. You will act as a trusted financing partner to founders and venture investors, representing ATEL across the venture ecosystem. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field
- Demonstrated experience independently originating venture debt or closely related growth‑stage financings
- Strong understanding of venture‑backed company capital structures and non‑dilutive financing
- Proven ability to independently source and close transactions
- Strong relationship‑building and consultative sales skills
- Ability to clearly explain complex financing structures to founders and investors
More about this role
ATEL Ventures is expanding its venture debt platform and is seeking a Vice President, Venture Debt Originator to independently source, structure, and close non‑dilutive capital solutions for high‑growth technology and life sciences companies.
This is an opportunity for an experienced originator to operate with real autonomy on a well‑capitalized, long‑standing platform—backed by nearly five decades of disciplined specialty finance experience and consistent access to capital.
ATEL Capital Group, headquartered in San Francisco, is a specialty finance company with deep expertise in venture lending and equipment leasing. Since 1977, ATEL has owned and managed more than $1 billion in equipment across multiple cycles.
Launched in 1999, ATEL Ventures provides venture debt and equipment‑backed financing to emerging growth companies across information technology, life sciences, sustainable energy, materials science, agtech, and specialty industries. Our approach emphasizes long‑term relationships, thoughtful underwriting, and reliable execution.
As Vice President, Venture Debt originator, you will own your own origination pipeline—sourcing, structuring, and executing venture debt...
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