Investment Manager

Role & Responsibilities:About the Role:We are seeking a highly driven and strategic Manager - Investment (Startup Fundraising) to lead fundraising, manage investor relationships, and drive portfolio growth. The role requires a mix of financial expertise, investor engagement, and strong networking ability to achieve AUM growth and revenue targets. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in capital raising, managing HNIs/Family Offices/Venture Partners, and expanding investor networks.Key Responsibilities:Fundraising & AUM Growth-Drive growth in Assets Under Management (AUM) by meeting set targets.Achieve quarterly and annual revenue targets through investor onboarding and capital deployment.Investor Relationship Management-Research, identify, and connect with high-potential investors (HNIs, Family Offices, Institutions).Nurture relationships with inactive investors and convert them into active contributors.Build long-term trust by ensuring transparency, timely updates, and strong portfolio communication.Proactively outreach and pitch BizDateUp’s value proposition and curated startup campaigns.Seamlessly onboard new investors, ensuring smooth KYC, onboarding, and activation.Business Development & Conversion-Source, qualify, and onboard new investors through referrals, networking, and events.Leverage existing investor networks for introductions and referrals.Manage pipeline of new investor conversions and ensure smooth onboarding process.Networking & Outreach-Represent the firm in industry events, conferences, and investor summits to expand reach.Stay updated on funding trends, investor behavior, and competitive landscape.Conduct one-on-one investor meetings to present opportunities and investment strategies.Establish strong connections with Venture Partners, Family Offices, and Institutional Investors for strategic collaborations.Strategic Input & Reporting-Prepare and present investment proposals and performance reports.Work closely with the investment team to align fundraising strategy with portfolio needs.Track KPIs (AUM growth, investor reach-outs, referrals, event participation, conversions, revenue).Ideal Candidate:Strong investor management profile4+ years of fundraising experience, with at least 1 year in Category II AIFs (PE / VC / Credit / Special Situations) selling to HNIs, Family Offices, or Wealth Managers.Must be proficient in pitching investment opportunities and onboarding investorsMust have experience conducting investor meetings & presentationsMust have experience achieving revenue targetsMust have experience representing the company at networking eventsMust understand startup valuation basics, portfolio reporting, investment products.Must prepare investment proposals, performance reports, and KPIs.No strict requirement, but finance background preferred.Must have high ownership and target-driven mindset. Preferably from VC firms, AIFs, Wealth Management, Investment Banking, or startup fundraising roles.Events industryExperience in startup funding events & roadshows