Investment Consultant

Location: Karachi/Remote
Project: Karachi – Onsite/Remote (Fulltime/Part time)

Job Overview

NIC Karachi, managed by LMKT, is seeking an experienced Investment Consultant to strengthen the investment readiness, financial quality, governance discipline and fundraising outcomes of incubated and accelerated startups. The role is intended for a finance and investment professional with at least five years of relevant experience across venture capital, investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, startup advisory, transaction support, accounting, audit, financial planning or a related field.

The Investment Consultant will work directly with founders and internal program teams to vet startups, assess their financial and commercial position, improve startup accounting and reporting, build and organize investor data rooms, prepare financial models and investment documents, strengthen due diligence readiness,

Key Responsibilities

1. Investment Landscape Analysis:

• Monitor and analyze current trends in the venture capital and angel investment landscape, focusing on relevant industries and sectors aligned with the center’s focus.
• Identify emerging investment themes and potential funding opportunities for incubated startups.
• Prepare insightful reports and presentations summarizing key findings and recommendations for startups seeking investment.

2. Investor Relations and Deal Facilitation:

• Build and maintain relationships with investors, venture capitalists, and angel groups interested in investing in early-stage startups.
• Assist startups in crafting compelling investment pitches and business plans tailored to specific investor interests and preferences.
• Facilitate introductions between startups and potential investors, acting as a liaison and supporting deal negotiations when needed.

3. Fundraising Guidance and Support:

• Provide tailored guidance and support to incubated startups in their fundraising efforts, covering topics like:
  • Investor due diligence process preparation
  • Valuation strategies and negotiating terms
  • Fundraising documentation and legal considerations
• Conduct workshops and training sessions on fundraising fundamentals for the benefit of startups within the center.

4. Network Building and Ecosystem Engagement:

• Participate in relevant industry events, conferences, and investor meetings, representing the center and showcasing promising startups to potential investors.
• Connect with other startup incubators, accelerators, and venture capital firms to expand the center’s network and explore co-investment opportunities.
• Contribute to building a vibrant startup ecosystem by fostering connections and collaboration among various stakeholders.

5. Knowledge Sharing and Market Insights:

• Stay updated on best practices in the venture capital and investment banking industries, attending relevant conferences and workshops.
• Share market insights and trends with startups and other stakeholders within the center through blog posts, presentations, or knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Contribute to the center’s overall knowledge base by identifying and sharing valuable resources related to startup fundraising and investment.

6. Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate effectively with the Head of Incubation, Startup Growth and Investment Executive, and other program teams to ensure seamless support for startups throughout their fundraising journey.
• Maintain clear and open communication with startups, investors, and other stakeholders regarding potential investment opportunities and progress updates.
• Actively contribute to meetings and discussions, offering strategic insights and recommendations to improve the center’s overall support for startup fundraising success.

Key Skills & Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Commerce, Investment Management or a related discipline.

Professional qualifications such as CA, ACCA, CFA, CMA, CPA or equivalent will be considered an advantage.

Experience: Minimum 5-10 years

Required Technical Skills:

• Startup vetting, commercial assessment, financial analysis and investment-readiness evaluation.
• Startup accounting, management reporting, budgeting, cash-flow management and financial-control improvement.
• Financial modelling, forecasting, scenario planning, valuation and cap-table analysis.
• Unit economics, SaaS and marketplace metrics, sector-specific KPIs, burn rate, runway and use-of-funds analysis.
• Investor data-room design, document indexing, due diligence preparation, issue tracking and version control.
• Preparation and review of pitch decks, investment memoranda, business plans, executive summaries, investor updates and fundraising documentation.
• Understanding of equity, debt, SAFE notes, convertible instruments, term sheets, shareholder structures, dilution and ESOP concepts.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; working knowledge of Google Workspace, accounting software and relevant financial tools.
• Strong analytical writing, report preparation, presentation, negotiation, facilitation and stakeholder-management capability.
• Ability to manage multiple startup assignments simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality and deadlines. 

Additional Duties, Cooperation & Cross-Functional Support

The Employee shall perform all duties and responsibilities assigned under agreement and such other tasks, directives, actions, or work assignments as may be assigned by the management of NIC Karachi and LMKT, from time to time, in accordance with the Employee’s role, skills, and the operational requirements of the Employer.

The Employee agrees to fully cooperate with the Employer and, when required, to shadow, support, or assist in tasks and responsibilities within the Employee’s own department to ensure operational continuity, capacity building, and effective service delivery.

The Employee shall act as a team player and work collaboratively with colleagues, management, and relevant stakeholders, and shall participate in inter-departmental and cross-functional projects, initiatives, and assignments as required by the Employer.

Nothing in this clause shall be construed to materially alter the nature of the Employee’s position, reduce statutory protections, or require the performance of duties that are unlawful, unsafe, or inconsistent with applicable labor laws of Pakistan.