Venture Partner

Venture Partner

Carlson Venture Studio is looking for Venture Partners to assess and mentor founders in venture-building projects, with an initial focus on Switzerland.

We are interested in experienced operators and mentors who can demonstrate their contribution to building products, winning customers or developing businesses. Our focus includes fintech, payments and wealthtech, enterprise AI, cybersecurity, defence/dual-use technology, and sector-specific software. Our approach is AI-first, with human responsibility for quality and decisions.

This is a remote, project-based contract opportunity. You do not need to live in Switzerland; availability to support startups and founders on agreed projects is essential. German, Italian or French is desirable, but not mandatory. Swiss work authorization is not a blanket requirement for applying; any relevant project-specific requirements will be checked when agreeing the engagement.

Project assignments and terms

Artur decides which projects to offer. Each partner may accept or decline a specific offer. The scope, expected results, active period and compensation are discussed individually and agreed before work begins.

Project compensation may include an agreed portion of Carlson's fixed project fee and a separately agreed participation in Carlson's realised upside from the supported venture. Any upside arrangement is subject to individually agreed vesting terms and assessment of the partner's actual contribution together with the other founders. Joining the partner pool creates no immediate right to fees, shares or upside. It does not guarantee a project, future assignments or pay between assignments. This is not an automatic grant of startup shares or fund carried interest.

Initial enquiries are by email to vs@carlsonvc.com. Please send your profile, two brief examples of results and your contribution, sector focus, location and availability. Relevant references will be requested during qualification. No application fee or investment is required.

Subject: Venture Partner — Switzerland