As a Senior Strategic Advisor, you will shape and execute investment strategies, build relationships with investors, and guide fundraising initiatives.
Job Description
Who we are:
- FedTech is a group of entrepreneurially minded people on a mission to unlock the benefits of technology.
- We believe in the value of deep tech and its positive impact on the world, aspiring to democratize access to it for entrepreneurs and professionals around the world.
- We are venture builders who thrive at the intersection of US entrepreneurship, breakthrough technologies, and mission-driven organizations.
- Since 2015, we have successfully driven deep tech ventures with individuals, companies, universities, and government agencies to stay at the bleeding edge of innovation.
What you’ll do:
We are seeking a senior fractional Investor Strategy Advisor to shape and execute our investment strategy. In this strategic advisory role, you will build and nurture high-impact relationships with venture capital firms and key investors, provide guidance on company positioning, and steer long-term fundraising initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate high-level introductions and cultivate long-term relationships with VCs, private equity, family offices, and angel investors.
- Leverage an established investor network to unlock strategic funding opportunities and partnerships.
- Monitor market and investment trends to provide actionable guidance on fundraising strategies.
- Provide oversight and insights on fundraising progress and key performance metrics to inform strategy and demonstrate impact.
Ideal background:
- Seasoned professional with deep experience in investment strategy, venture capital, and fundraising for startups and growth-stage companies
- Proven track record in raising capital either as an investor or entrepreneur
- Skilled at cultivating and sustaining relationships with VCs, corporate ventures, private equity, family offices, and angel investors
- Leverages a broad investor network to unlock strategic introductions and funding opportunities
- Provides high-level guidance on fundraising strategy, investor engagement, and capital sourcing
- Trusted for independent, part-time advisory support with strong communication, relationship-building, and strategic insight
Compensation: $125-150/hour
Employment Type: This position will be set up as a 1099 position
Location: Open to candidates based anywhere in the United States.
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