Investment Associate

Riyadh Permanent
  • Excellent Exposure
  • Opportunity to Develop

About Our Client

Our client is an early stage VC firm with a multi-million dollar AUM.

Job Description

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Establish and lead the firm's presence in KSA, acting as the primary point of contact for founders in the market.
  • Represent the firm at relevant industry events and conferences, positioning the firm as a leading VC player in KSA.
  • Identify and source high-potential startup deals by building strong relationships with entrepreneurs, accelerators, incubators, and other key ecosystem players.
  • Track trends in the region and develop a deep understanding of the local startup ecosystem, including the unique characteristics of Saudi founders and the market's opportunities and challenges, and provide local insights and market intelligence

The Successful Applicant

  • Must be already living and working in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • Proficient and fluent in Arabic (Arabic speaker, writer, and reader).
  • Has approximately 5 years of experience in VC or PE and has a strong personal interest in VC and startups.
  • Has an existing network within the Saudi startup ecosystem, including connections with entrepreneurs, accelerators, incubators, and other key stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal skills; excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to represent the firm effectively and professionally to various stakeholders.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and meticulous working habits.



What's on Offer

  • Excellent exposure
  • Opportunity to develop
Contact
Zaynah Aboobaker
Quote job ref
JN-062023-6070738

Job summary

Sector
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Venture Capitalism & Private Equity
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Riyadh
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zaynah Aboobaker
Job reference
JN-062023-6070738