Venture Capital Senior Director
Description
The venture capital senior director is responsible for leading venture capital investment strategies, managing investment portfolios, identifying high-potential opportunities, and driving strategic partnerships within the startup and innovation ecosystem. The role oversees end-to-end investment activities and supports long-term value creation across the portfolio.
Key responsibilities
- Lead venture capital investment strategy and portfolio management activities.
- Identify, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities across targeted sectors.
- Conduct investment analysis, market assessments, and commercial due diligence.
- Lead negotiations, investment structuring, and transaction execution processes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with founders, investors, accelerators, and ecosystem stakeholders.
- Monitor portfolio company performance and provide strategic guidance when needed.
- Drive value creation initiatives and support portfolio growth strategies.
- Prepare investment recommendations, reports, and presentations for executive leadership and investment committees.
- Identify emerging market trends and innovation opportunities aligned with organizational strategy.
- Support fundraising activities, partnerships, and ecosystem development initiatives.
- Lead and mentor venture capital and investment teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, economics, or related field.
- 12–18+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or investment advisory.
- Strong experience in investment evaluation, portfolio management, and deal execution.
- Deep understanding of startup ecosystems, innovation trends, and growth-stage investments.
- Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
- Proven experience managing investor and founder relationships.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and strategic thinking abilities.
- Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
- Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong advantage.
- Candidate must hold Saudi nationality.