Associate, Venture Capital

Crescent Enterprises; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading venture capital firm in Dubai is seeking a motivated Venture Capital Associate to join the team. This role involves sourcing, evaluating, and supporting investments in high-growth startups, primarily in the technology and SaaS sectors. Candidates should have a background in finance or economics, strong analytical skills, and a passion for technology. An exciting opportunity for those looking to make an impact in the startup ecosystem.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or consulting.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills are essential.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging trends and business models in SaaS and tech.
• Screen opportunities against investment criteria.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and prepare updates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Understanding of SaaS

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business

MBA or CFA (at least Level 1)

Job description

Overview

Crescent Ventures, the venture capital arm of Crescent Enterprises, is seeking a motivated and entrepreneurial Venture Capital Associate to join our team. CE-Ventures invests in high-growth startups across the US and European markets, with a strong focus on technology and SaaS.

As an Associate, you will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and supporting investments in global startups that are scaling disruptive technologies. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to gain international exposure, work closely with founders, and help shape the future of innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Deal Sourcing

• Identify emerging trends, business models, and technologies in SaaS and broader tech ecosystems across US and European markets.
• Build relationships with founders, investors, and accelerators in the global startup community.
• Maintain and update the deal pipeline with active opportunities.
• Prepare clear, high-quality research and presentations for the investment team.

Investment Execution

• Screen opportunities against CE-Ventures’ investment criteria.
• Build financial models and perform valuation analysis.
• Support commercial and financial due diligence, including market assessments, competitor benchmarking, and growth analysis.
• Draft investment papers and recommendations for senior leadership.

Portfolio Support

• Monitor portfolio company performance and prepare regular updates and valuations.
• Analyse operational and financial results, highlighting key insights.
• Assist with follow-on funding rounds and potential exit opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business from a top-tier university.
• 2–4 years’ experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or consulting, ideally with exposure to SaaS and tech sectors.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly.
• Enthusiasm for startups, technology, and working with founders.
• MBA or CFA (at least Level 1) is a plus.