WHO WE ARE?

Plug and Play (PNP) Tech Center is the largest global innovation platform and one of Silicon Valley’s most active early stage investors. We bring together the best start-ups and the world's largest corporations to create meaningful connections that help top companies innovate and meet their strategic goals. We are on a mission to bring the benefits of startup-focused open innovation to all four corners of the world.

Plug and Play has over 60 locations across the world. Plug and Play’s corporate members utilize Plug and Play to identify the best startups to meet their challenges. Plug and Play’s proven investment track record includes Honey, Guardant Health, ApplyBoard, BigID, Kustomer, Rappi, Flutterwave, Hippo, PayPal, Lending Club, Dropbox, and many more.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?

We are a diverse team with backgrounds in technology and entrepreneurship, growing rapidly to deliver on our mission. We are actively seeking a cross-functional Investment & Partnerships Manager to drive our dual engine of capital deployment and strategic growth.

In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for end-to-end deal execution—from sourcing to closing—while simultaneously leading business development initiatives that bridge our portfolio companies with key corporate partners. An ideal candidate is a highly strategic and ambitious thinker who is detail-oriented in analysis yet persuasive enough to influence stakeholders across our organization and the broader ecosystem.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Startup Investment

Identify and evaluate high-potential early-stage startups (Pre-Seed to Series A) that align with both our investment thesis and the strategic needs of our corporate partners.
Conduct rigorous due diligence, including market analysis, competitive landscaping, and financial modeling to drive high-conviction investment decisions.

Portfolio Management

Manage and track a robust pipeline of investment opportunities using CRM tools, ensuring accurate reporting and data integrity for the investment committee.
Support the execution of accelerator programs by mentoring cohort startups and facilitating deal flow reviews for corporate members.

Fund Raising and Capital Formation

Support the General Partners in capital raising activities for new investment vehicles, including the preparation of pitch decks, Private Placement Memorandums (PPM), and data rooms.
Manage relationships with Limited Partners (LPs), including Family Offices, CVCs, and Institutional Investors, by providing regular performance updates and organizing investor events.

New Business Development:

Identify strategies and opportunities for revenue growth within the team
Forge and develop strong networks and relationships to enable continued rapid growth of Plug and Play
Manage and track a robust pipeline of large, multinational corporations

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Key Fund Manager Level: Bachelor’s degree or higher (4-year university).
Minimum 5 years of investment at Investment Banking (IB)/ Venture Capital (VC)/ Accelerator (AC) firm, New Technology Venture Capital (NTVC) firm, or Securities firm.

Investment Manager Level: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science or Engineering (STEM). Minimum 3 years of experience in PE/VC/AC

Languages requirements: Korean and English
Detail oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in public speaking.
Comfortable with Excel, Google Docs, Salesforce CRM, Sales Navigator, and other technology solutions for driving sales.
A passion for entrepreneurship is a must and startup experience is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Be part of Plug and Play - the biggest and fastest-growing startup innovation platform globally with locations worldwide
Be at the forefront of innovation and get access to groundbreaking technologies
Be part of a dynamic, international and open-minded team
Get access to and communicate with leading international tech executives, startups and investors
Work in a vibrant and unique working environment
Various opportunities for your career development after your internship
Contribute and realize your own ideas and have room for self-development

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