Co-Founder, Director and Investor

Job description

We are looking for an experienced professional to lead our investment planning, project analysis, and company growth strategy. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in investment firms, banking, corporate strategy, or consulting.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate new projects and prepare financial models, ROI, and feasibility reports.

• Support investor meetings, funding discussions, and due diligence.

• Prepare business plans, pitch decks, and financial projections.

• Identify growth opportunities and drive company expansion strategies.

• Coordinate with internal teams to monitor project execution and KPIs.

1. Investment Planning & Evaluation

• Conduct financial feasibility studies for new projects and expansion initiatives.

• Build detailed financial models, ROI calculations, and risk analysis for investment decisions.

• Prepare investment proposals, valuation reports, and pitch decks for investors.

2. Funding & Investor Coordination

• Support leadership in meetings with investors, banks, and funding agencies.

• Coordinate due diligence materials, business plans, financial projections, and compliance documents.

• Evaluate various funding options (Equity, Debt, Grants, Strategic Investors).

Requirements

• MBA (Finance) / CA / CFA preferred.

• Strong skills in investment analysis, valuation, financial modelling & strategy.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Experience in tech or EdTech companies is a plus.

Investment banking

• Corporate finance

• Venture capital

• Strategy consulting

• FP&A roles in high-growth companies

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with founders on growth and investment decisions.

• High-impact role in a rapidly scaling tech company.

Entrepreneur in Residence - Fundraising

Location: New Delhi | Work Mode: On-site | Experience: 5+ years

About the Role

IDEASHACKS is looking for an Entrepreneur in Residence to work directly with the Founder and take ownership of capital strategy, fundraising and investor readiness.

Your role is to take IDEASHACKS from business → investment-ready → investor pipeline → fundraising → capital deployment.

This is a high-ownership role for someone who understands deals, capital and execution.

What You'll Do

• Own and execute IDEASHACKS' fundraising strategy across equity, debt and structured capital.
• Build financial models, projections, valuation scenarios and investor materials.
• Identify and build relationships with VCs, PE funds, family offices, strategic investors, lenders and other capital providers.
• Build and manage the investor pipeline and drive conversations from first contact to closure.
• Lead fundraising processes, due diligence, investor data rooms and follow-ups.
• Evaluate new locations, ventures and partnerships from a commercial and capital perspective.
• Work directly with the Founder on capital allocation, expansion strategy and strategic finance.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years in Investment Banking, PE/VC, Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, Deal Advisory or Fundraising.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation and deal-structuring skills.
• Experience working directly with founders, investors or lenders.
• At least one completed fundraising, financing, M&A or investment transaction that you personally worked on.
• Ability to independently build an investor pipeline and take conversations forward.
• Strong communication, negotiation and execution skills.
• An existing investor/lender network is a plus.

We are looking for someone who can think like an investor, operate like a Founder’s Office professional and execute like an investment banker.

Company Overview

 Industry: Personal Care / D2C (Direct-to-Consumer)

 Founded: 2023

 Headquarters: Mumbai, India

 Company Size: Approximately 11–50 employees

 Business Model: Primarily D2C through its own e-commerce platform, supported by content-led marketing and creator-driven community building

Finance is not just a support function here - it's central to strategy, decision-making, and scaling the business

sustainably. We are seeking a Finance & Strategy Lead who combines sharp financial expertise with strategic vision,

and who has the credibility to partner with senior leaders and the board. This role is designed for someone with

future CFO potential.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering

●Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.

●Partner directly with business leaders on strategic initiatives, investment cases, and growth opportunities.

●Present business performance, insights, and recommendations to the CEO, board, and senior leadership team.

●Act as a thought partner to challenge assumptions, evaluate risks, and ensure robust decision-making.

Corporate Finance & Growth Strategy

●Drive capital allocation, fundraising, and investor relations strategy.

●Lead financial due diligence, scenario analysis, and long-term planning.

●Provide insights on market trends, competitive positioning, and strategic growth opportunities.

Financial Control & Governance

●Ensure strong compliance, risk management, and governance frameworks.

●Oversee accounting, audits, tax, and regulatory requirements with internal teams and external advisors.

●Continuously improve financial systems, reporting accuracy, and process scalability.

Leadership & Influence

●Mentor and build a high-performing finance team with scalable systems.

●Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team.

●Engage effectively with the board and external stakeholders, demonstrating credibility and the ability to hold ground in strategic discussions.

●Evolve into a broader leadership role with increasing ownership of finance and operations.

Reporting & Financial Insights

●Manage the end-to-end MIS process, providing precise reporting across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

●Monitor liquidity by tracking burn rates and runway to ensure the leadership team has absolute visibility into working capital.

●Develop board materials and investor communications, distilling complex financial results into a compelling narrative regarding performance and future outlook.

●Function as the lead liaison for investor diligence while overseeing that all statutory audits and reporting remain compliant and timely.

Qualifications & Skills

●Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification strongly preferred; CFA/MBA Finance a plus.

●Strong track record in financial modeling, capital raising, and strategic problem-solving.

●Demonstrated ability to work with boards, investors, and senior leadership teams.

●Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.

●Entrepreneurial mindset with ambition to step into a CFO role in the near future.

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Duties and Responsibilities

1. Build, lead, and motivate large teams, fostering a growth mindset and high performance
2. Develop and execute business strategies aligned with the company's vision to drive revenue, client acquisition, and market share expansion
3. Lead new account acquisition, product development, and management of the existing product suite
4. Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, providing regular advice on market opportunities and trading strategies
5. Innovate and leverage technology for new product launches and cost optimization.
6. Ensure high levels of customer experience and satisfaction.
7. Analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and cross-selling avenues
8. Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and regulatory compliance across all channels
9. Present and implement plans for client base and revenue growth, operational efficiency, cost optimization, and digitization
10. Helping clients on their Investments and managing their overall financial portfolio and deepening the wallet from existing clients.
11. Prepare and present investment and portfolio reports to clients, and conduct meetings or presentations as needed
12. Achieve revenue and client activation targets through effective advisory and relationship management
13. Attain through knowledge about stock market terms and trading practices