Remote Venture Development Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Flexible remote work

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Health/w wellness support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Business Development Manager for a prominent South Africa venture capital firm focused on technology startups. The role involves identifying promising startups, forming strategic partnerships, and facilitating investment opportunities across SA from a fully remote location.

You will network with founders, accelerators, and ecosystem players; evaluate business models and market potential; conduct due diligence; negotiate terms; and support portfolio growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within VC or startup environments.
• Strong understanding of technology trends and SA tech ecosystem.
• Excellent networking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to evaluate opportunities and conduct due diligence.
• Experience in deal negotiation and structuring.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting with multiple priorities.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills and CRM proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Identify and scout early-stage technology startups for potential investment.
• Build and maintain relationships with founders, accelerators, incubators, and ecosystem players.
• Evaluate business models, market potential, and competitive landscapes of startups.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare investment recommendations for partners.
• Negotiate deal terms and facilitate the investment process.
• Provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies to accelerate growth.
• Organize events, pitch days, and ecosystem-building initiatives.

Skills

Business development

Networking

Due diligence

Deal negotiation

CRM experience

Remote work

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/CS

MBA

Tools

CRM software

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a remote Business Development Manager for a prominent South Africa venture capital firm focused on technology startups. The role involves identifying promising startups, forming strategic partnerships, and facilitating investment opportunities across SA from a fully remote location.

You will network with founders, accelerators, and ecosystem players; evaluate business models and market potential; conduct due diligence; negotiate terms; and support portfolio growth.