Co-Founder
HBF Direct Limited
2 - 5 years
Pune
Posted: 18/03/2026
Job Description
HBF Direct Limited is a venture studio building multiple businesses from idea to scale.
We partner with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and investors to create, launch, and grow startups across sectors. Through our ecosystem, we provide end-to-end support strategy, resources, network, and investors enabling founders to successfully build and scale their companies.
Unlike traditional startups, our venture studio model provides:
Strategy and execution support
Early-stage investor access
Branding, technology, and business development resources
A powerful founder and investor ecosystem
We are currently building new ventures in Healthcare, Finance, and Global Trade, and are looking for mission-driven Co-Founders to lead these companies.
Role: Co-FounderThis role is for builders, not just managers.
You will work closely with the venture studio leadership to build and scale a startup from the ground up from validating the business model to building a team, meeting clients, and running operations.
Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Building
- Lead the development and execution of the startup strategy
- Identify market opportunities and build strong business models
- Work with the venture studio to validate and launch products/services
Client & Market Development
- Meet potential clients, partners, and stakeholders
- Build early customer relationships and partnerships
- Drive early revenue and market adoption
Operations & Team Building
- Build and manage the core operational team
- Establish processes for growth and scalability
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the startup
Growth & Execution
- Work with the venture studio to raise early funding
- Onboard early investors and strategic shareholders
- Scale the business through partnerships and market expansion
10% Equity in the startup venture
Initial support from venture studio resources (strategy, branding, tech, network)
Small monthly salary during the first year or until the business generates revenue
Access to early-stage investors and ecosystem support
Opportunity to build and lead a high-growth company
CommitmentWe are looking for serious long-term founders, not short-term opportunists.
Minimum 5-year commitment to the company
Full focus and dedication to building the business
Willingness to meet clients, build teams, and drive operations
Ideal CandidateWe are looking for individuals who:
Have strong entrepreneurial mindset
Are comfortable building from zero to scale
Have experience or strong interest in Healthcare, Finance, or Global Trade sectors
Are capable of leading teams and building partnerships
Are committed to long-term startup building
Why Join UsThis is not just a job.
It is an opportunity to become a founder with the backing of a venture studio ecosystem.
You will work alongside experienced builders, investors, and industry leaders to create companies that can scale globally.
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