Job Description

Seedrs is the leading equity crowdfunding platform and the most active funder of private companies in the UK, with \xc2\xa32.6B invested into campaigns and more than 2,000+ deals funded. We allow all types of investors to invest as little or as much as they like in businesses they believe in and share in their success. We allow ambitious businesses in all sectors to raise capital and build community through an efficient, online process. Seedrs\xe2\x80\x99 HQ is in London, with multiple teams based across Europe.

, a U.S. based firm, acquired Seedrs in 2022 in a mission to create the first global private investing platform.

Republic operates several distinct business lines including a retail investment platform, a private capital division, and a blockchain advisory practice. The Republic ecosystem has deployed over $2.6 billion in investments, has supported over 2,000+ companies, and comprises over 3M+ community members across 150 countries.

Now, being officially a part of the Republic ecosystem, Seedrs will not only continue to serve the exciting UK and European businesses and investors, but with firepower behind us, we will continue to redefine the segment by leading on innovation, customer service, supporting diversity, and trust. Our mission remains unchanged, but now we will have more resources to continue building innovative products that serve our business and investors in the best way possible.

We have created a working environment that allows you to be yourself at work and be treated fairly, on the basis of your merits, abilities and potential. We recognise the benefits of having a diverse workforce and take steps to ensure that we endeavour to recruit from a wide pool of suitably qualified candidates. We live by core values, all of which operate to help us deliver company goals.

What You\'ll Do

In this role, you\'ll dive into the exciting world of startups, entrepreneurs, and investment structures.

This position, and the Portfolio Team, sits within the Investment Team, which is at the core of our operations: the Investment Team works with all entrepreneurs raising through Seedrs, helping them to get funded whilst informing and protecting our investors. You\xe2\x80\x99ll be working with the rest of the Portfolio team to ensure successful management portfolio companies, including:

• Collaborate with companies on subsequent funding rounds.
• Managing pre-emptions for our portfolio companies, liaising with entrepreneurs and investors, and executing investments
• Monitoring our portfolio, reviewing information on portfolio companies from various sources, identifying and communicating key issues to relevant team members
• Assessing our portfolio company\xe2\x80\x99s eligibility for our secondary market and ensuring its smooth operation
• Identify new products or enhancements to support team scalability and enhance value for our stakeholders.

Who we\'re looking for:

• A self-starter and problem-solver who is able to use their initiative to add value for our portfolio companies and investors, and improve the way we do things
• Someone who is well organised with strong attention to detail
• Ability to time manage efficiently and prioritise across multiple workstreams
• Genuine interest in the startup ecosystem and venture capital
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build and maintain good relationships
• Preferred: Proficiency in financial and analytical skills or prior experience in equity investing is an advantage.

Interview process

We have a multi stage interview process: * 30 minute initial telephone interview.

• 1 hour technical interview with our Portfolio Managers, including a 30 minute section to discuss a case study we will ask you to prepare.
• 45 minute interview with Portfolio Director.
• Culture interview held by the Portfolio Team.

Salary and Benefits

• Employee Share Options.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with the option to swap UK Bank Holidays to celebrate other cultural/religious holidays).
• Loyalty days and monthly Flexi Fridays.
• Corporate social responsibility day.
• Annual Personal Wellness allowance, we care about your wellbeing!
• Annual Individual Learning & Development budget, with regular professional development/career conversations.
• Fully funded Private Medical Insurance & Employee Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Income Protection.
• Enhanced Pension package.
• Discounted Cushon ISA account.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave & pay.
• Quarterly Lunch and Learn sessions.
• Company offsites and Quarterly team socials.
• A great office with free fruit, coffee and Monday breakfast spreads! Monthly cheese & wine nights.

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