Junior Analyst, Investor Relations

About the Role

Startup Stairs is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Junior Analyst to join our Investor Relations and Fundraising team. This role offers significant exposure to startup evaluation, fundraising processes, investor engagement, and venture capital ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

• Startup Screening & Analysis
• Review startup applications, pitch decks, and business information.
• Conduct preliminary market, industry, and competitor research.
• Analyze startup business models, traction, and growth potential.
• Prepare concise evaluation and summary reports for internal review.
• Investor Research
• Identify and research Venture Capital Firms, Angel Investors, Family Offices, and Institutional Investors.
• Maintain and regularly update investor databases and CRM records.
• Track investor interests, investment sectors, and portfolio activities.
• Support investor mapping for fundraising mandates.
• Investor Outreach Support
• Assist in investor communication, outreach campaigns, and meeting coordination.
• Schedule and manage investor-founder interactions.
• Follow up with investors regarding meetings, feedback, and investment discussions.
• Maintain records of investor interactions and responses.
• Fundraising Support
• Assist in preparing fundraising materials including pitch decks, teasers, and investor presentations.
• Support execution of active fundraising mandates.
• Track investor conversations, fundraising milestones, and deal progress.
• Maintain accurate fundraising trackers and documentation.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Prepare weekly activity and progress reports.
• Maintain organized records of startups, investors, fundraising activities, and meetings.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all internal databases and reports.
• Startup League & Events Support
• Assist in startup evaluations and cohort management activities.
• Support execution of Startup League programs, events, and investor engagements.
• Coordinate with founders, mentors, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders as required.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned event-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Management, or related field.
• MBA (Finance/Entrepreneurship) preferred but not mandatory.
• 0–2 years of experience in startups, venture capital, investment research, consulting, fundraising, or related fields.
• Freshers with strong analytical and research skills may also apply.

Core Skills Required

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Research and analytical thinking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Google Sheets, and Google Workspace.
• Strong documentation and reporting abilities.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Interest in startups, venture capital, fundraising, and entrepreneurship ecosystems.

What We Offer

• Exposure to startup fundraising and investor relations.
• Opportunity to work closely with founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders.
• Learning and growth opportunities in venture capital and startup investments.
• Dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.