Falcon - Chief Of Staff - Founder's Office (4-7 yrs)

Chief Of Staff - Founder's Office

Who are we ?

- Falcon a Series-A funded cloud-native, AI-first banking technology & processing platform that helps banks, NBFCs, and PPIs quickly and affordably launch next-gen financial products, such as credit card, credit line on UPI, prepaid card, fixed deposits, and loans.

- Since our 2022 launch, we've processed USD 1.5 Bn+ in transactions, signed on 12 of India's top financial institutions, & clocked USD 15 Mn+ in revenue.

- Our company is backed by marquee investors from around the world, including heavyweight investors from Japan, USA, as well as leading Indian ventures and banks.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Execution:

- Support the CEO and CFO in planning and executing future fundraising rounds (Series B, debt financing, etc.).

- Conduct market research and financial analysis to identify potential investors (VCs, PEs, strategic partners, etc.).

- Prepare and refine pitch decks, investor presentations, and financial models.

- Manage due diligence processes by coordinating with legal, finance, and business teams.

- Track investor commitments and ensure timely follow-ups on funding discussions.

Investor Relations & Communication:

- Act as a key point of contact for investors, ensuring they receive regular updates.

- Prepare quarterly investor reports, board decks, and key performance updates.

- Organize investor meetings, earnings calls, and stakeholder discussions.

Address investor queries, concerns, and data requests promptly.

- Ensure compliance with investor agreements, funding milestones, and covenants.

Strategic Planning & Business Operations:

- Work closely with the CEO & leadership team to define and execute strategic priorities.

- Assist in setting OKRs (Objectives & Key Results) and track company performance against fundraising milestones.

- Develop data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.

- Lead and execute special projects such as expansion planning, market research, and competitive analysis.

Financial Planning & Performance Monitoring:

- Work with the finance team to track cash flow, runway, and capital allocation.

- Ensure investor funds are utilized efficiently and in line with strategic goals.

- Establish dashboards to monitor key financial & operational KPIs relevant to investors.

- Support budget planning, financial forecasting, and revenue growth strategies.

Board & Stakeholder Management:

- Act as the liaison between the leadership team and the board of directors.

- Prepare and manage board meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-up action plans.

- Ensure alignment between investor expectations and company execution.

- Assist in building strategic partnerships with VCs, institutional investors, and potential acquirers.

Market Positioning & External Relations:

- Represent the startup at investor summits, networking events, and industry conferences.

- Support public relations and media strategies to enhance investor confidence.

- Collaborate with marketing teams to craft messaging around funding announcements and growth achievements.

Risk Management & Crisis Handling:

- Identify financial, legal, and operational risks that could impact investor confidence.

- Develop contingency plans for capital constraints, market downturns, or investor churn.

- Work closely with legal teams to ensure regulatory and compliance adherence.

Success Metrics for the Role:

- Successful execution of fundraising milestones (Series B, bridge rounds, debt financing, etc.).

- Effective investor relationship management leading to repeat investments.

- Timely delivery of investor updates, board reports, and financial insights.

- Increased company valuation and financial runway optimization.

- Strengthened market positioning and strategic partnerships.

You will be a fit if:

- You have 4+ years of experience in the world of startups, big tech, private equity, venture capital, consulting, or investment banking.

- You enjoy systematically and analytically breaking down complex problems into actionable recommendations.

- You love learning. New subject areas to study and responsibilities to practice invigorate you.

- You constantly think about ways to improve processes.

- You appreciate that over time superior processes lead to better outcomes. You also appreciate that good decisions can have bad outcomes.

- You cherish simple and direct communication. You put thought into how to communicate most effectively to your audience and give equal thought to what not to communicate.

- You prioritize integrity. You excel at giving and receiving feedback.

Location: Gurgaon (Delhi NCR)

Type: Full Time