Job description

About the Role | Head- Deal Origination and Execution

The Head (Deal Origination and Execution) will play a key role in deal origination, management and closure. You will be part of a small team and work closely with the co-founders to identify prospective investments and manage the entire process from sourcing to closure. BayTree is seeking a committed and enthusiastic individual to head the entire life cycle of the deal. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial environment and pursue profit with a purpose.  

How You Will Make A Difference?

Key deliverables will include the following:

• Deal origination including cold outreach, developing partnerships, running campaigns, participating in business plan competitions to maximize deal flow.
• Run the P&L on deals.
• Showcase deals, develop investor syndicates, align different types of investors.
• Actively advise founders and investors on deal matters including valuation, key terms, due diligence, documentation to ensure timely execution and closure.
• Willingness to undertake bespoke projects including strengthening of BayTree's network, brand and the tech platform.
• Ability to work independently and in an unstructured environment.

Does this sound like you?

Must Haves

• Minimum 6 years of experience with at least 4-5 years in Investment Banking, Corporate Finance or Venture capital with significant sell-side experience.
• Experience leading 7-8 deals with early-stage companies (~USD 1 - 30MM) end-to-end.
• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree/CA is strongly preferred).
• Comfort with standard investing terms and conditions, conducting due diligence, and deal documentation.
• Knowledge of Indian investment market/environment.

Preferred Requirements (Nice to Haves)

• Experience with or inclination towards impact investing.
• Experience working in an unstructured or startup environment.

Candidate Attribute (Cultural fit)

• A good sense of humor.
• Ability to build relationships and gain trust.
• A sense of openness and transparency.
• Able to work independently in an unstructured environment