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Job Title: Associate

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About Us

Startup Sherpas is an Angel Network backing exceptional founders building extraordinary companies.

At Startup Sherpas, we envision revolutionising angel investing in India by bringing incredible founders to bold investors. Our mission is to empower startups with transformative capital and meaningful market access, fostering a thriving ecosystem where innovation scales, and bold ideas redefine the future. Our focus spans across industries and we back startups raising Angel / Pre-Seed / Seed Capital.

Role Summary

Investment & Investor Relations Associate

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of startups and investors in the Indian early-stage ecosystem—shaping investment decisions, supporting visionary founders, and fueling the growth of India’s next generation of companies.

Key Responsibilities

Investments

Market Research & Analysis

• Conduct detailed industry and market research to identify trends, gaps, and emerging opportunities.
• Prepare sector/venture-specific research reports and investment memos to inform investment decisions.

Deal Sourcing & Evaluation

• Identify and evaluate startups for investment through pitch decks, financials, and business models.
• Conduct due diligence, including financial, operational, and strategic assessments.

Portfolio Management

• Support portfolio companies with strategy, operations, and connecting them with resources from our network.
• Track portfolio performance metrics and prepare periodic reports.

Network Building

• Build and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs, angel investors, co-investors, and industry experts.
• Represent the firm at startup events, conferences, and other networking opportunities.

Investor Acquisition & Relationship Management

• Prospect and acquire new angel investors by identifying and reaching out to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family offices, and corporate investors who have a keen interest in early-stage startups.
• Build and nurture relationships with potential investors, introducing them to Startup Sherpas, and educating them about the value of angel investing.
• Develop personalized engagement strategies for prospective investors, guiding them through the investment process and supporting their first investments.
• Organize and lead investor onboarding sessions, ensuring new investors understand our processes, expectations, and the startups in our portfolio.

Investor Engagement & Communications

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing angel investors, ensuring they are kept informed about portfolio developments, market trends, and new investment opportunities.
• Prepare and send regular investor communications, including quarterly reports, newsletters, and updates on portfolio performance.
• Coordinate investor meetings, webinars, and networking events to deepen investor engagement and maintain a strong community of angel investors.

Fundraising Support

• Assist in the creation of pitch materials and investor decks to attract new investors and raise funds for specific portfolio companies or initiatives.
• Support the fundraising process by managing communications with interested investors and facilitating the subscription process.

Portfolio Reporting & Monitoring

• Track and report on portfolio performance, ensuring timely and transparent updates are shared with investors.
• Gather and analyze data from portfolio companies to create detailed performance reports and insights for investors.

Event Management & Networking

• Represent Startup Sherpas at industry events, conferences, and investor meetups to attract new angel investors and build brand awareness.
• Organize and manage events tailored to investor networking, ensuring a smooth and valuable experience for attendees.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry experts, co-investors, and entrepreneurs to enhance the value proposition for both current and potential investors.

Market Research & Insights

• Keep up to date with industry trends, market shifts, and emerging investment opportunities to share with potential and existing investors.
• Analyze market data and provide strategic insights that can inform investor decisions and enhance investment attractiveness.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Communications, or a related field; MBA is a plus
• 1–2 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, startup ecosystems, or investor relations
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling, data interpretation, and market research
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate insights and investment opportunities
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with HNIs, investors, and startup founders
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple relationships, tasks, and timelines effectively
• Self-motivated and results-driven with a proactive attitude and ownership mindset
• Passionate about startups, entrepreneurship, and the Indian early-stage ecosystem
• Experience in sales, business development, or client acquisition is a plus
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using CRM tools, email marketing platforms, and digital communication tools

What We Offer

• Hands-on exposure to fundraising, investor relations, and the inner workings of angel investing in India.
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment with the opportunity to interact with angel investors, high-growth startups, and industry leaders.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture with ample opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.