Remote VC Biz Dev | Source & Shape Startup Partnerships

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Equity participation

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a venture capital firm to hire a remote Business Development Manager. The role focuses on identifying early-stage technology startups, evaluating opportunities, and fostering strategic partnerships with founders and accelerators.

You will leverage extensive startup networks, conduct initial due diligence, and support deal flow with the investment team. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in BD, VC, or startup consulting, superb networking, and independent, proactive

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in business development, venture capital, startup consulting, or related field.
• Deep understanding of tech startups, VC and fundraising processes.
• Excellent networking, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Proven ability to identify and evaluate new business opportunities.
• Proficient with CRM software and online research tools.
• Bachelor's degree; MBA or equivalent is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source potential investment opportunities in early-stage technology startups.
• Build and maintain a robust network within the startup ecosystem, accelerators, and incubators.
• Conduct initial screening and preliminary due diligence on prospective companies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with startup founders and management teams.
• Facilitate strategic partnerships and collaborations between portfolio companies and external entities.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and online forums.
• Analyze market trends and identify emerging technologies and business models.
• Prepare reports and presentations on potential targets and market analysis.
• Collaborate with the investment team to facilitate the deal flow process.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and outreach efforts.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

CRM proficiency

Online research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's in Finance

Bachelor's in Computer Science

MBA or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

Research tools

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a venture capital firm to hire a remote Business Development Manager. The role focuses on identifying early-stage technology startups, evaluating opportunities, and fostering strategic partnerships with founders and accelerators.

You will leverage extensive startup networks, conduct initial due diligence, and support deal flow with the investment team. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in BD, VC, or startup consulting, superb networking, and independent, proactive