What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive in Residence position at Ferocity Capital?
Ferocity Capital is a leading venture capital firm that invests in early-stage research spin offs across various industries and in cybersecurity.
We are seeking an experienced Executive in Residence (EIR) to join our LIFE SCIENCES team and help us support promising startups.
As an Executive in Residence, you will work closely with our investment team to provide strategic guidance to our Life Sciences portfolio companies. You will leverage your industry expertise, network, and operational experience to help us drive growth in our portfolio companies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Portfolio Company Support: Provide strategic guidance and operational support to our portfolio companies, including advising on business strategy, marketing, sales, and product development.
- Industry Expertise: Leverage your industry expertise to help us understand market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies.
- Network Building: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the startup ecosystem, including entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
- Mentorship: Mentor and advise entrepreneurs and startup teams on business strategy, operations, and growth.
- Research and Analysis: Conduct research and analysis on market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies to help us identify potential investment opportunities.
Requirements:
- 10 years of experience: In a senior executive role, preferably in a startup or venture-backed company.
- Industry expertise: Deep understanding of a healthcare sector
- Network: Strong network of contacts in the startup ecosystem, including entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
- Operational experience: Proven track record of driving growth, scaling businesses, and building high-performing teams.
- Strategic thinking: Ability to think strategically and provide guidance on business strategy, marketing, sales, and product development.
- Communication skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation: Salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunity to work with a leading venture capital firm: Collaborate with a team of experienced investors and entrepreneurs to identify and support promising startups.
- Professional development: Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Network building: Build relationships with key stakeholders in the startup ecosystem, including entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
