Company Description SEED Ventures (SV) is a venture fund focused on providing seed funding to early-stage startups seeking their first institutional investment. The firm operates under a Capital Markets Services (CMS) license issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), reflecting its adherence to regulatory and professional standards. SEED Ventures partners with founders to refine business models, validate market opportunities, and prepare ventures for subsequent funding rounds. Applicants can expect to work with a diverse portfolio of innovative companies in a structured yet entrepreneurial environment.
Role Description The Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) role is a part-time, remote position focused on supporting portfolio companies and exploring new venture opportunities. Day-to-day responsibilities include evaluating startup ideas and business models, conducting market and competitive research, and providing strategic guidance on product, go-to-market, and fundraising plans. The EiR will collaborate with founders to refine pitch materials, identify growth opportunities, and test assumptions through data-driven analysis and customer feedback. Additional tasks may involve contributing to internal investment theses, supporting due diligence activities, and developing concepts that could evolve into new ventures backed by SEED Ventures.
Qualifications
- Proven entrepreneurial or startup experience, including having founded, co-founded, or played a key role in scaling early-stage ventures.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to assess markets, competitive landscapes, and business models.
- Experience in fundraising, investor relations, or working with venture capital or angel investors is highly beneficial.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, including clear written and verbal communication and effective stakeholder management.
- Comfort working independently in a remote setting, managing multiple projects, and adapting to evolving priorities.
- Background in fields such as business, finance, technology, or related disciplines; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA) are an advantage but not required.
- Demonstrated interest in early-stage investing, innovation ecosystems, and supporting diverse founders and inclusive teams.