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Work with an international team with decades of experience Lead end-to-end investment processes, mentor early-stage companies About Our Client The company is an investment fund with a focus on the Aerospace and Defence (A&D), and dual-use technology space. Founded by an international team with decades of operational and investment experience in the global A&D sector, it invests in and builds cross-border ventures in these strategic sectors and actively supports portfolio companies to scale and succeed globally. Job Description Investment Leadership: Develop and execute investment strategies aligned with the company's focus sectors - dual-use deep-tech, aerospace and defense. Identify high-quality investment opportunities through rigorous research, industry relationships, and proactive deal sourcing. Due Diligence & Decision-Making: Lead technical and market assessments, financial analysis, and risk evaluations for potential investments. Oversee preparation of investment memos and make informed recommendations to the investment committee. Oversee due diligence, investment terms and documentation. Portfolio Development: Act as a strategic advisor to portfolio companies, assisting them in defining business strategies, building teams, addressing operational challenges and go-to-market. Monitor portfolio performance and identify opportunities for follow-on investments. Industry Engagement: Build and nurture relationships with industry leaders, research institutions, venture capital investor ecosystem and government stakeholders to strengthen the funds position in the ecosystem. Represent the fund in conferences and contribute to shaping the discourse around innovation in aerospace, defense, and deep-tech sectors. Team Mentorship & Development: Mentor Associates and Analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning within the investment team. Adept at overseeing processes/ SOPs, maintaining follow-ups, and ensuring task completion by the team. The Successful Applicant Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, physics, business, or a related field; MBA or advanced technical degrees are a plus. Experience: 6 - 10 years in venture capital/ private equity with a strong track record of buy side investments and successful exits. A focus on deep-tech, dual-use technologies, space or aerospace and defense sectors is a requisite. Skills: Strong technical acumen to evaluate complex technologies. Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage with entrepreneurs, industry experts, investors, internal stakeholders & team members. Proven track record of leading investments and supporting portfolio companies to successful outcomes. A disciplined approach to work: structured processes, consistent execution, operational follow through, and sound decision-making. What's on Offer Be at the forefront of investing in transformative technologies shaping the future of aerospace, defense, space and dual-use applications. Work with a collaborative, high-impact team driven by innovation and long-term value creation. Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies and work with visionary entrepreneurs redefining industries and build cross-border ventures alongside some of the best founders, technologies across geographies