Fundraising Lead

We are looking for a Fundraising Lead to own and drive our capital-raising efforts for the Indian startup ecosystem. This role will work closely with the founder(s) to shape the fundraising narrative, manage investor outreach, and run the end-to-end fundraising process from preparation to close.

This is a hands-on role suited for someone who understands how Indian VCs think, has supported or led early-stage raises (pre-seed to Series A), and can operate independently.

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy & Readiness

Define fundraising strategy (stage, amount, target investor profile)

Help refine the equity story, positioning, and investor narrative

Prepare and review pitch deck, financial model, and key metrics

Set up and manage the data room (cap table, traction, docs)

Investor Outreach & Pipeline Management

Build a targeted list of India-focused angels, seed funds, and VCs

Lead warm and cold outreach (email, LinkedIn, founder intros)

Manage investor CRM and track conversations, feedback, and next steps

Coordinate meetings, follow-ups, and partner discussions

Diligence & Closing

Support due diligence (metrics, references, documentation)

Coordinate term sheet discussions with founders

Help move investors from interest commitment close

Founder Support

Coach founders on pitch delivery and investor Q&A

Prepare weekly investor updates during active raise

Act as a thought partner on valuation, dilution, and timelines

Ideal Candidate Profile:

-38 years experience in:

Startup fundraising, VC, PE, IB, or early-stage startup ops

Direct exposure to Indian startup fundraising (pre-seed / seed / Series A)

-Strong understanding of:

Indian VC landscape

Term sheets, cap tables, dilution

Investor expectations and metrics

Excellent written and verbal communication

Highly organised; comfortable managing multiple investor conversations

Builder mindset practical, scrappy, execution-oriented

Nice to Have

Existing relationships with Indian angels or VC funds

Experience working with first-time founders

Prior role as Chief of Staff, Strategy Lead, or VC Associate