Senior Investor Start Up Executive

Informa PLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent event management company in Riyadh is seeking an Investor & Startup Program Executive to enhance the founder experience at major events. You will manage the complete founder journey from onboarding to post-event, ensure effective ticketing processes, and engage with ecosystem partners. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, 2-4 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and relocation support for eligible candidates.

Benefits

Medical insurance for individual and family

25 days of annual leave

Remote working on Sundays

Annual flight allowance for expats

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in startup programs or events.
• Strong understanding of the startup and investment ecosystem in MENA.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end founder journey from onboarding to follow-up.
• Coordinate the founder ticket approval process.
• Work with ecosystem partners to onboard high-potential founders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or Communications

Job description

Company Description

Tahaluf is the largest B2B live and on-demand events organiser in Saudi Arabia by space, attendance, colleagues, and revenue. It is a joint venture between Informa PLC, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones (SAFCSP), and the Events Investment Fund (EIF).

Tahaluf is bold, visionary, and determined to make an impact. Our team fosters a culture of collaboration, creativity, and a little fun, here teamwork rules and work feels as exciting as the events we create. Scaling at this pace also requires exceptional local partners, and Tahaluf is proud to work with a range of government and non-government organisations at the forefront of Saudi Arabia’s B2B and B2C large-scale events scene.

Be part of something BIG with Tahaluf’s series of record-breaking events: LEAP and Cityscape - the largest events in the world in their respective fields of tech and real estate; Black Hat MEA - a Guinness World Record holder for the largest CTF competition during the event; and CPHI Middle East - the largest pharma debut event in history, to name just a few. Tahaluf is making a huge impact on the global events sector.

Join our ambitious and highly committed team, unafraid to push boundaries and disrupt the status quo. From day one, you’ll dive into large-scale projects under the guidance of a supportive leadership team that will encourage your personal development and open doors to new opportunities.

Job Description

Investor & Startup Program Executive – Founder Experience plays a key role in curating and managing the journey of founders at LEAP.

You will be responsible for ensuring that every founder’s experience, from ticket registration to on-site participation, is seamless, engaging, and impactful. This includes managing the founder ticket process, designing engagement touchpoints, and supporting value-driven experiences that connect startups with investors, partners, and opportunities.

This role sits at the intersection of operations, partnerships, and community engagement, ideal for someone who thrives in high-energy environments, values relationships, and enjoys turning strategy into execution.

Key Responsibilities

Founder Experience & Engagement

• Manage the end-to-end founder journey, from onboarding to post-event follow-up.
• Support and execute our engagement features (matchmaking, founder meetups, networking sessions, roundtables, community activations).
• Collaborate with marketing and operations to enhance the founder ticket experience, ensuring communication is clear, timely, and aligned with event goals.
• Track and analyze founder participation data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
• Support the creation of founder guides, communications, and engagement materials across events.

Ticketing & Registration

• Coordinate the founder ticket approval process, working closely with registration and customer service teams.
• Ensure accurate tracking of all startup and founder participants in the database.
• Maintain oversight of ticket allocations, ensuring transparency, quality, and data accuracy across all events.
• Act as the main point of contact for founders requiring assistance with registration, access, or participation details.

Community Building & Partnerships

• Work with ecosystem partners (accelerators, incubators, government programs, VCs) to identify and onboard high-potential founders.
• Support pre-event and on-site activations to integrate founders into networking events, mentorship programs, and matchmaking activities.

Operations & Reporting

• Maintain updated dashboards and reports to track founder participation, satisfaction, and engagement outcomes.
• Provide weekly status updates to the Startup Program Manager, highlighting challenges and new ideas.
• Support logistics and coordination for startup-related programming (bootcamps, masterclasses, networking events).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in startup programs, events, community management, or partnerships.
• Strong understanding of the startup and investment ecosystem, preferably in MENA.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong communication skills (English required; Arabic is a plus).

Key Attributes

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong relationship builder with founders, partners, and internal teams.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Passionate about startups, innovation, and creating value for entrepreneurs.

Core Benefits

• Medical Insurance for individual and family
• Annual leave – 25 days
• Wellbeing Benefits
• Remote working on Sundays
• Working anywhere – 1 month every year
• Residency visa including yearly dependent fees
• Individual annual flight allowance for expats

Local Relocation Package*

• Paid flight to Riyadh – individual and family
• 30 days accommodation or suitable serviced apartment from arrival date or a one-off payment of SAR 5,000
• Up to SAR 2,500 reimbursement of shipping goods/excess baggage costs
• *If eligible

International Relocation Package*

• Paid flight to Riyadh – individual and family
• 60 days accommodation or suitable serviced apartment from your arrival date, or a one-off payment of SAR 5,000
• Up to SAR 2,500 reimbursement of shipping goods/excess baggage costs
• Paid flight home for individual and end of service gratuity payment when leaving the company (if applicable)
• *If eligible

We work hard to make sure life at Tahaluf is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. We don't just accept difference, we celebrate it. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and circumstances and base hiring decisions on relevant qualifications and merit. We are proud to provide a disability-friendly environment. If you require any support or adjustments to participate in our interview or selection processes, please let us know.