Course overview
This one-day course gives venture capital professionals a clear, commercial understanding of the key legal agreements used in VC transactions. Through practical examples and industry practitioner-led discussion, participants will explore how term sheets, investment agreements, and articles of association reflect the commercial priorities of both investors and founders. The focus is on deal dynamics rather than legal fine print, making it ideal for those looking to engage more confidently in VC deal execution.
Key topics include
- Terms, investment agreement and articles
- Loan agreements
- Due diligence
- Warranties and indemnities
- Tax and management incentives
- How to get the most out of your lawyer and more
What will delegates take away?
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Commercial Insight into VC Documentation
Gain a clear understanding of how legal agreements reflect the commercial priorities of venture capital investors and founders. -
Practical Application
Apply knowledge through real-world examples and interactive discussion, improving your ability to contribute meaningfully to deal structuring and execution. -
Enhanced Collaboration with Legal Advisors
Develop the ability to engage more effectively with legal counsel by understanding the rationale behind key clauses and structures.
Benefits to employers
- Stronger Deal Execution Capability
Delegates return with sharper commercial awareness, enabling them to support deal teams more effectively and reduce reliance on external advisors for basic documentation queries. - Improved Internal Communication
Teams benefit from a shared language and understanding around VC documentation, improving collaboration between investment professionals and legal/compliance teams. - Risk Awareness & Mitigation
Delegates are better equipped to spot potential commercial risks in documentation early, contributing to more robust deal outcomes.
FAQs about this course
What should I expect on the day?
Please arrive with plenty of time to register. Breakfast will be provided along with lunch and refreshments, with a drinks reception at the end of the day. The course will kick off with introductions followed by content from multiple speakers as per the agenda.
What’s the dress code?
Smart casual.
What should I bring with me?
You may wish to bring something to work on/ to take notes, such as a laptop or iPad (we will provide note pads and pens).
Will materials be shared with delegates?
Yes, all materials, including slides and case studies, will be shared with delegates.
Course Director
Alex Cochand
Alex Cochand is a Director at SEI Ventures. He was previously a Partner at Q Ventures, heading the investment team. He managed the origination and investment process. He has worked in the venture space for over 9 years and in that time, he has completed over twenty-five transactions. He has a broad range of experience from corporate finance through to launching a CVC and working within tax efficient funds.
Course testimonial
A very useful VC-specific primer on key legal documents. I would have no hesitation in recommending it to colleagues.
CPD accreditation
This course is CPD accredited by the CPD Certification Service for 6 hours. By attending this course, you will receive a digital certificate from Diplomasafe. This certificate allows you to share and save your new CPD accredited qualification on LinkedIn, adding instantly verifiable credentials and strengthening your professional profile.
