Investment Manager

Огляд

Рaidefence - an air defence company developing distributed systems for use across the frontline. Its products are mission-critical, deeply technical solutions that directly contribute to national security. At the core of work is a focus on impact for Ukraine — building technology that makes a real difference on the battlefield, not just in labs or on paper.

Now the team is looking for an Investment Manager with direct experience in venture capital and/or startup fundraising who can combine rigorous capital strategy with disciplined execution. The goal is to build institutional fundraising rounds for Pai Defence and help establish credible, precedent-setting Ukrainian defence technology cases respected by international investors.

Обов'язки

Fundraising Strategy & Capital Planning Purpose:

• analyze the global defence and dual-use investment landscape (EU / UK / US): funds, strategic investors, mandates, cheque sizes, constraints
• analyze comparable companies, recent rounds, valuations, and investor behavior
• define fundraising strategy: target investors, round structure, timing, and sequencing
• translate the company roadmap into fundable milestones, capital needs, and valuation logic
• advise the CEO on which opportunities to pursue, defer, or decline

Investor Pipeline, Materials & Relationship Building Purpose:

• build and maintain a systematic investor pipeline (CRM): outreach, warm intros, follow-ups, and status tracking
• own investor communications: outbound emails, follow-ups, and ongoing relationship management
• prepare and maintain investor materials: pitch decks, one-pagers, market and competitive analysis, and a clean data room (in collaboration with the design team)
• run investor updates and reporting cadence
• monitor relevant events, conferences, and networks
• ensure Pai Defence has a consistent presence and visibility
• coordinate investor calls, technical deep dives, and ongoing dialogue

Deal Execution Purpose:

• support CEO in the negotiation of valuation, terms, and structure, using strategic positioning and competitive dynamics
• coordinate due diligence and information flow
• work with legal teams on term sheets, transaction documents, and closing mechanics
• track deal progress, timelines, and open issues until completion

Вимоги

• strong motivation to contribute to the defence of Ukraine
• 2+ years of experience in venture capital, corporate development, investment banking, or startup fundraising
• direct exposure to fundraising processes, valuation analysis, and term sheet mechanics
• strong analytical skills combined with operational discipline
• ability to operate independently and manage multiple parallel workstreams
• fluent English
• comfortable working in a military tech environment

Умови

• full-time position with competitive compensation
• work directly with founders
• opportunity to contribute to the value-driven defence company