Business Development Associate

Deal Sourcing & Origination

• Identify and engage startups, early-stage companies, and growth businesses seeking funding or strategic investment partners.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of investment opportunities and fundraising mandates.
  

Relationship Building

• Develop deep relationships with founders, CXOs, and decision-makers across industries.
• Collaborate closely with the internal investment team to evaluate opportunities for both advisory and co-investment.
  

Market Research & Intelligence

• Monitor emerging trends, sectors, and disruptive business models in the startup ecosystem.
• Track competitor activity and ecosystem developments to stay ahead of market shifts.
  

Fundraising Support

• Pitch the firm’s advisory services and investment philosophy to startups and entrepreneurs.
• Assist in designing outreach strategies to attract quality fundraising mandates and co-investment opportunities.
  

Networking & Branding

• Represent the firm at startup events, pitch competitions, and investor forums.
• Build thought leadership and enhance the firm’s brand presence within the startup and investment ecosystem.
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business, or related fields. MBA or equivalent qualification preferred.
  

Experience

• 1-4 years of experience in sales, business development, investment banking, venture capital, private equity, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of the startup ecosystem, fundraising processes, and investment models.
  

Skills

• Excellent communication, networking, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain high-value relationships with founders and investors.
• Analytical skills to identify quality opportunities for advisory and co-investment.
• Entrepreneurial and target-driven mindset.