(Senior) Venture Manager Compute

ESMT Berlin is a leading global business school with its campus in the heart of Berlin. Founded by 25 leading global companies, ESMT offers master, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education on its campus in Berlin, in locations around the world, online, and in online blended format. We strongly believe in cross-team collaboration to achieve our mission to develop entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.

DEEP - Institute for Deep Tech Innovation is ESMT’s innovation hub dedicated to amplifying our ecosystem’s ability to generate and scale science-based businesses. We empower scientists to commercialize technologies, support deep tech startups to scale internationally and connect leading research organizations to connect with the startup and innovation ecosystem effectively. DEEP runsdedicated programs in Healthcare, Natural Capital, Compute and Cyber Security - fields where building strong, resilient founding teams is critical to success.

Currently we are looking for a

(Senior) Venture Manager “Compute”

(m/f/x, 40h/week, to start as soon as possible)
Location: Berlin

ESMT Berlin is a leading global business school with its campus in the heart of Berlin. Founded by 25 leading global companies, ESMT offers master, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education on its campus in Berlin, in locations around the world, online, and in online blended format. We strongly believe in cross-team collaboration to achieve our mission to develop entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.

DEEP - Institute for Deep Tech Innovation is ESMT’s innovation hub dedicated to amplifying our ecosystem’s ability to generate and scale science-based businesses. We empower scientists to commercialize technologies, support deep tech startups to scale internationally and connect leading research organizations to connect with the startup and innovation ecosystem effectively. DEEP runsdedicated programs in Healthcare, Natural Capital, Compute and Cyber Security - fields where building strong, resilient founding teams is critical to success.

Currently we are looking for a

(Senior) Venture Manager “Compute”

(m/f/x, 40h/week, to start as soon as possible)
Location: Berlin

You are qualified because you

• thrive in startup-like environments where “building” is more important than “managing”, “executing” beats “conceptualizing” and uncertainty might surround you,
• have a track record at the intersection of entrepreneurship / innovation and high-performance computing / quantum computing / artificial intelligence / or similar,
• have initial experience in managing teams,
• are familiar with the operations of startup accelerators, incubators, mentoring programs and alike,
• have managed complex stakeholder environments through strong service orientation and very good communication skills,
• are well-organized, able to multi-task, and meet deadlines while paying attention to details,
• are fluent in spoken and written English,
• are flexible regarding working hours and able to stay calm in stressful situations.

As Venture Manager you will

• co-manage the Creative Destruction Lab “Next Gen Computing” in collaboration with our partners at HEC Paris,
• serve as the primary point of contact for DEEP’s Compute vertical, engaging with a network of seasoned entrepreneurs, investors, corporate leaders, and scientists,
• help build an exceptional support ecosystem and program experience for founders and innovators in the computing space,
• lead the recruitment and selection of the most promising (future) deep tech startups,
• act as a visible and vocal advocate for our programs within the startup and innovation ecosystem,
• support program delivery and session operations with a proactive, hands-on approach.

This is what we can offer you - you will

• be able to join an ambitious and international team and work with us on a new generation of entrepreneurs, startups, and innovations. Our network of partners, mentors, and stakeholders is outstanding and will allow you to work with inspiring, smart, and ambitious people every day,
• work at the intersection of deep tech, venture building, and leadership development,
• engage with a global network of founders, investors, and industry leaders,
• have the opportunity to shape high-performance teams that drive the next wave of innovation,
• be part of a dynamic, mission-driven environment that values entrepreneurship and collaboration,
• benefit from flexible working hours, mobile working options, and subsidies for public transport passes and a job bike,
• enjoy individual training and development opportunities – both professional and personal,
• work at our campus in the heart of Berlin, with its own restaurant, café, and garden right on the River Spree,
• take part in regular community events.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please submit your application by using our online application form, including:

• motivation letter
• CV with relevant certificates and references
• salary expectations and possible start date

Feel free to check out our website for more information.