Real Tech Holdings is Japan’s leading deep-tech startup ecosystem builder. Our mission is to support change makers who give their heart and soul to solve societal and environmental challenges. We work in close cooperation with domestic and foreign governments, companies, and municipalities to provide a full range of hands-on support to accelerate and maximize the social implementation of deep-tech.

We manage Real Tech Fund, Japan’s leading deep-tech focused venture capital fund. With more than JPY 23 billion AUM, we have been supporting more than 90 deep-tech startups to date. Some of our high-profile investments include, QD Laser (TYO 6613), Amelieff (acquired by PHC Holdings), ispace(TYO 9348), IntegriCulture and ︎PLANTX.

In 2020, Real Tech Holdings raised its Global Fund 1 (approx. USD 30M) that supports early to middle stage Southeast Asian deep-tech startups trying to solve societal and environmental challenges. We help Southeast Asian deep-tech startups grow their business by facilitating research and business collaboration with Japanese startups, research institutes, factories and corporates. Moreover, we provide hands-on support to those startups who wish to be listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Since the fund launch, we have invested in Vflow Tech, NDR Medical Technology, JALA Tech and Aerodyne Group.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are expanding our APAC team in Singapore. Our search is on for an experienced, passionate individual who can take the helm in Singapore, enhancing our operations across Southeast Asia and beyond, to deliver maximum impact in line with our ‘Impact 1st’ motto. The role demands a sense of urgency and organized approach, with societal issues at the forefront of our mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a key player in our organization, you’ll:

• Build and lead the APAC team, shaping the future of our Singapore office
• Manage fund activities and make informed investment decisions
• Source startups, conduct thorough due diligence, and execute impactful investments
• Provide expert insights to the investment committee
• Deliver hands-on support to portfolio startups, enabling their growth and success
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, co-investors, industry experts, and external partners
• Drive fundraising efforts

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of investment-related finance expertise
• Proven ability in advising founders and CEOs, generating value through connections, expertise, or other means
• Demonstrated capability to build and lead organizations, showing self-sufficiency and reliability

NICE TO HAVE

We appreciate a candidate who has…

• Experience working with Japanese clients
• Strong startup network beyond Southeast Asia
• A natural science/ deep-tech background
• An Entrepreneurial background

MINDSET

At Real Tech Holdings, we live by the following principles:

• ‘Impact 1st’: We continuously strive to generate leverage, focusing on the most critical tasks and improvements to create the highest impact
• ‘Entrepreneurial’: As a startup ourselves, being a self-starter with a sense of ownership and grid is key to success
• ‘Sense of Urgency’: With societal challenges escalating, we work with a fast-paced approach, recognizing the non-reversible impact of climate change
• ‘Organized’: We value structured and efficient work styles, understanding that venture capital involves complex networks of stakeholders

OUR OFFER

By joining Real Tech Holdings, you will:

• Sit in the drivers seat to shape our future for the better
• Be part of a team who is serious about shaping a more sustainable future through technological innovation and work work with partners who have led an deep-tech university spin-off to IPO
• Have the opportunity to be part of our leadership team and/or involvement in strategic decision-making

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role, and any other supporting documents.

*We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.Real Tech Holdings is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.