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Why Partech: Interviews, Careers, & Portfolio

Founded1982
HQParis
AUM€2.5B
StageSeed to Growth
Team60+

Partech Overview

Partech is one of Europe's oldest and most global technology investors. Founded as Paribas Technologies in 1982, it manages €2.5B across seed, venture, and growth funds with 220 companies across 40 countries. Partech is one of the few major European VCs with a dedicated Africa strategy. Ranked #1 VC in France by CB Insights.

Partech AUM

€2.5B across multiple fund vintages. 21+ IPOs and 50+ M&A transactions above $100M. The firm operates from Paris, Berlin, San Francisco, and Dakar.

Partech Key People

  • Philippe Collombel
    Founding General Partner
  • Reza Malekzadeh
    General Partner

Partech Portfolio

Partech Interview Process

Round 1 — Screening call covering your background and companies you find interesting. Round 2 — Senior interview with a consulting-style market sizing case. Round 3 — Partner fit interview focused on investment conviction.

Partech Careers

One of the more active junior hirers in European VC. Paris and Berlin offices are the primary entry points. Language skills — French, German, Arabic for the Africa team — and international experience are valued.

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