Investment Director (Venture Capital)
We are seeking an inspiring strategist and a target-oriented Investment Director to join our organisation which focuses investments in early-stage startups at the pre-seed, series, and series A stages. As an Investment Director, you will play a critical role in managing and executing our investment strategy at the intersection of these three spaces – nutritional security, sustainability, and well-being – identifying and nurturing promising investment opportunities, actively engaging with portfolio companies, and articulating the investment thesis and strategy of the organization. You will be responsible for driving the investment process from sourcing deals to conducting due diligence and negotiating terms.
The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of the early-stage venture capital landscape, a strong network within the startup ecosystem, a track record of successful investments, and the ability to communicate the firm's investment thesis and strategy effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
Deal sourcing
• Proactively source investment opportunities that align with
organisation investment thesis and strategy.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with startups and
entrepreneurs.
• Attend industry, events, conferences, and networking events to
identify and engage with potential investment targets.
Due diligence
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence including market analysis,
financial modelling, evaluating founding team’s capabilities, risk
assessment.
• Present findings and recommendations to Investment Committee.
Investment execution
• Lead the investment process and drive term sheet negotiation, deal
structuring, and finalizing investment agreements.
Portfolio management
• Actively manage the portfolio companies, work closely together to
support their growth and strategic initiatives.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and strategic input to the management
teams of portfolio companies.
Market research
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, market
developments and regulatory developments.
Reporting and analysis
• Prepare regular investment update reports on performance of
portfolio, present key findings and insights to the senior management
and investors.
• Monitor and analyse the financial and operational performance of
portfolio companies.
Fundraising
• Attract new investors and maintain good relationship with existing
LPs.
Team leadership and mentorship
• Mentor and guide junior members of the investment team, providing
expertise in deal analysis, due diligence, and investment decision
making.
Requirements
• Min. 15 years of relevant working and managerial experiences in
Venture Capital, private equity or a related field, with a strong focus
on early-stage investments. .
• In-depth knowledge of the early-stage startup ecosystem.
• Proven track record of successful investments, with portfolio of
companies demonstrating high growth and returns.
• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills.
• Excellent leadership and communications skills with the ability to lead and team and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Uphold high standards of integrity, professionalism and ethical
conduct.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Diligent, detail-oriented with a positive attitude.
• A degree in business, finance, life sciences, or related field.
Salary and benefits are commensurable to working experience with accelerated pay adjustment subject to performance.
Interested applicants may send resume to [email protected].
