Rooter.gg | VP

This position is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in the high-stakes world of startup fundraising and is eager to help accelerate growth at a rapidly expanding company. If you have a proven track record of successful fundraising, a deep network in the investment community, and the passion for helping companies scale, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title : VP - Corporate Development & Investor Relations

Location : East of Kailash, New Delhi (Onsite)

Reports to : Founder/CEO

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Development professional to join our team. This role will focus primarily on fundraising and strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the fundraising process, strong relationships with investment banks (IBs), and a track record of successfully helping startups raise growth capital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the fundraising process, including preparation of pitch materials, financial models, investor communication, and negotiations.
• Build and leverage relationships with investors, including venture capital firms, private equity, and investment banks, to facilitate successful fundraising rounds.
• Work closely with the founder and executive team to define strategic priorities and align them with investor interests and market trends.
• Drive the due diligence process, ensuring smooth communication between all stakeholders, and manage the completion of legal, financial, and operational documentation.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and potential strategic partnerships to inform fundraising and corporate development strategies.
• Continuously monitor and assess fundraising opportunities and market conditions to provide informed recommendations to the leadership team.

Key Requirements:

• 8-10 years of total experience, with at least 5+ years at a high-growth startup or working with an Investment Bank, raising funds for a growth round and handling corporate development initiatives.
• Proven experience raising growth capital rounds for startups.
• Strong relationships with investment banks, venture capital firms, and other key players in the fundraising ecosystem.
• Deep understanding of the venture capital and private equity landscape, including fundraising processes, investor expectations, and deal structuring.
• Experience preparing and presenting pitch decks, financial models, and business plans to investors.
• Solid understanding of legal and financial documentation requirements in fundraising.
• Ability to manage complex negotiations and relationships across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking, with a focus on driving business growth through capital raising efforts.

Desired Qualifications:

• MBA from a reputed business school.
• Engineering degree (B.Tech, B.E., B.Com or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience working with Founders to drive fundraising outcomes.

Personal Traits:

• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.

Who Can Be a Good Fit:

This role is perfect for a dynamic, results-driven individual with a strong background in startup fundraising and corporate development. You will be a great fit if you:

• Are an ex-VC professional looking to transition into an operating role at a high-growth startup, bringing your expertise in venture capital, deal structuring, and investor relations to drive fundraising efforts.
• Have experience as part of a Corporate Development team in a startup, where you played a key role in scaling the company through fundraising, strategic growth initiatives, and managing investor relations.
• Have a background in Investment Banking (IB) and have been involved in executing growth rounds, particularly for startups, leveraging your deep understanding of financial models, pitch decks, and capital raising strategies.

Employee Benefits:

• Health Insurance: We offer comprehensive health insurance coverage to ensure our employees have access to quality healthcare when they need it most
• Gratuity: We believe in recognizing the hard work and dedication of our employees. That's why we provide gratuity benefits to show our appreciation for their contributions

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