Key Account Manager (KAM) – Investor Relations

# Key Account Manager (KAM) – Investor Relations ## Company Overview PedalStart is a sector-agnostic early-stage startup accelerator fund that invests in startups across various domains. The company typically writes cheques ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 and actively participates in funding rounds, including seed and Series A stages. PedalStart supports founders from ideation through rapid scaling by providing resources, mentorship, and access to a broad network of venture capitalists, family offices, and investors. The organization’s mission is to empower founders with the necessary resources and expertise to achieve sustainable growth. ## Job Summary The Key Account Manager (KAM) – Investor Relations at PedalStart is a client-centric role focused on managing and nurturing relationships with high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), angel investors, and family offices. The primary goal is to leverage existing investor networks to facilitate capital deployment into early-stage startups. The role involves understanding investor preferences, maintaining high engagement levels, and driving investment commitments, all while supporting PedalStart’s broader mission of startup acceleration and funding. ## Responsibilities - Act as the dedicated account manager for PedalStart’s existing network of angel investors, HNIs, and family offices. - Develop a deep, structured understanding of each investor’s preferences, risk appetite, cheque size, sector bias, and investment thesis. - Maintain regular, high-touch engagement through portfolio updates, investment summaries, and one-on-one strategy discussions. - Manage end-to-end capital commitment workflows, from initial interest expression to soft commitment and final deal execution. - Participate actively in internal onboarding and training programs to master key startup sectors, valuation metrics, and investment terminology. - Translate complex startup business models, market dynamics, and traction metrics into clear, relatable narratives for investors. - Ensure high investor satisfaction, trust, and retention across multiple funding rounds. - Identify cross-investment opportunities and encourage repeat investments into PedalStart’s cohort startups. - Track engagement metrics, response rates, and pipeline conversion using internal CRM systems and Excel. ## Qualifications - **Experience:** 3 to 6 years in Wealth Management, Private Banking, Relationship Management (Priority/Imperia/Wealth divisions), or Financial Advisory. - **Communication Skills:** Exceptional spoken and written English communication skills; ability to present high-stakes financial opportunities with clarity and confidence. - **Investor Empathy:** Strong understanding of investor psychology, wealth management goals, portfolio allocation strategies, and risk thresholds. - **Learning Agility:** Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technology sectors, emerging business models, and startup valuation mechanics. - **Execution Focus:** Self-driven team player with a proven track record of managing client portfolios and achieving relationship/capital deployment targets. - **Educational Qualifications:** Relevant degrees such as BTech, BSc, MBA, or equivalent financial certifications. ## Preferred Skills - Prior experience in startup ecosystems, venture capital, or early-stage investing. - Familiarity with CRM tools and pipeline management. - Strong networking and relationship-building skills. - Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment. - Knowledge of sectors like SaaS, FinTech, D2C, DeepTech, HealthTech, etc. ## Experience - 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in wealth management, private banking, or financial advisory roles. - Proven experience in managing high-net-worth client relationships and capital deployment. ## Environment - The role is **full-time and on-site** based in **Bangalore**. - The work environment involves engaging with high-net-worth individuals, managing multiple client relationships, and participating in internal training programs. - The role requires a professional demeanor suitable for high-stakes financial discussions and relationship management. ## Salary - The estimated salary range is **INR 15-24 LPA**, with **60-80% fixed** and the remaining as variable performance-based incentives. ## GrowthOpportunities - Opportunities to advance into senior relationship management roles, investor relations leadership, or strategic business development within PedalStart. - Exposure to diverse startup sectors and funding strategies. - Potential to develop expertise in venture capital and early-stage investing. ## Benefits - Competitive compensation package. - Full training and continuous learning opportunities. - Dynamic startup ecosystem exposure. - Opportunity to work with a network of high-profile investors and industry leaders.