Business Development Specialist

Description:

The Business Development Manager – The role is divided into 3 main expectations, the first part, fundraising will play a critical role in identifying, engaging, and securing funding from VC firms and other potential investors. Coordination and cooperation is also key to make sure proper communication and milestones are complete within their deadline. Ultimately, the role is linked with independence and autonomy. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and an excellent organization.

Key responsibilities:

· Develop and maintain relationships with venture capital firms, angel investors, and other funding sources through cold calling, emailing, etc.

· Monitor and analyze fundraising trends and opportunities within the fintech sector.

· Prepare and present compelling pitches to potential investors.

· Organize and manage investor meetings, roadshows, and follow-up communications.

· Provide regular updates to the executive team on fundraising activities and outcomes.

· Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to create investor-focused materials, including pitch decks, executive summaries, and financial models.

· Work closely with the executive team to develop and refine the company's value proposition and investment thesis.

· Keep records of conversation/interaction with VC funds and potential investors, using CRM tools.

Requirement:

· Proven working experience in a relevant role. Experience in customer support/product owner is a plus.

· Proficiency in English, French is a plus.

· Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.

· Excellent communication and negotiation skills

· Ability to convey message through simple terms.

· Basic knowledge in Cryptocurrency, notion in computer science is a plus (ML/AI).

· Capability of working in full autonomous and independency.

· Team spirit, with the ability of managing multiples folder in the same time, and highly efficient in the organization of tasks.