
Vanessa L.
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Law to Investment Banking to Startups – Career Pivot Coach
Studied at University of Edinburgh

Worked at Deutsche Bank
Available tomorrow at 1:00 PM UTC
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Vanessa's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly · $150/hr
Get help with Interview Prep, Cover Letters, and .
Vanessa’s Career Coaching Qualifications
Coaches professionally
Experience level: Associate
10+ people coached for Career Coaching
I specialize in helping ambitious career-changers break into competitive industries- whether that’s investment banking, big law, or early-stage startups. My own path began in law, before transitioning into investment banking and startup operating roles across the US, UK, and Asia. I’ve coached clients through successful pivots into finance, tech, and law by focusing on narrative-building, strategic networking, and leveraging unconventional experiences. Whether you’re navigating your first big move or trying to land an offer in a new field, I’ll help you package your story and land the right conversations- with confidence and clarity.
Vanessa can help with:
Interview Prep
Cover Letters
Professional Networking
Networking Strategy
Job Search Strategies
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About Vanessa
Hi! I’m Vanessa- a former investment banker turned operator and investor. I’ve worked across M&A and capital markets at top firms in NYC and London, built startups from 0 to 1, and advised founders at global accelerators. Along the way, I’ve helped 40+ professionals break into investment banking, pivot into operating tech roles, and craft their career journey. I’m especially passionate about coaching talent from underrepresented backgrounds, navigating high-stakes career transitions. Whether you’re refining your story, preparing for interviews, or thinking through your next bold move- I’d love to be in your corner!
Work Experience
Investment Banking
EarlyBirdCapital
2024 - 2025
Entrepreneur in Residence
Antler
2024 - 2024

Investment Banking
Deutsche Bank
2022 - 2024
Entrepreneur in Residence
Entrepreneur First
2023 - 2023
Summer Associate
L'Oréal
2021 - 2021
Vanessa was also given offers to work at
Clifford Chance
Boston Consulting Group
Education
University of Edinburgh
LLB Law, Law
2018 - 2022
Awarded undergraduate of the year in 2021 (TargetJobs) and shortlisted for Edinburgh University Lasting Impact Award.
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