Venture Analyst

About Us
At Pathfinder we identify with the need to build Strategy for Innovative Ventures in a ‘Digital Native’ manner. Our frameworks provide holistic guidance to startups navigating the challenging 0-1 terrain. We imbibe the adage – Strategy is what you see & not what you say, and transforming our frameworks into intuitive playbooks is the act at the end of the play.

Role Overview
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented specialist to join our team as a Venture Analyst. In this role, you will work with innovative ventures and play a pivotal role in our advisory team to build compelling cases that foster strategic initiatives. You will conduct client interviews, develop case wireframes, and structure work to represent strategic paths. The ideal candidate should possess the following capabilities – critical thinking, logical reasoning, and a keen business acumen.

Key Responsibilities
Proficient in framing questions for RFIs: Skilled in identifying critical data requirements and crafting precise & insightful questions to gather essential information from clients through Requests for Information (RFIs)
Process Documentation: Develop and record systematic methodologies for analysing business cases to ensure consistency across projects
Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment across teams to develop effective solutions to engagement pain points that improve client satisfaction and retention
Report Presentation: Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and present your findings. Engage with both parties to ensure their needs are met and effectively communicate your work

Qualifications
Education: ·Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Statistics or a related field
Experience: 2-4 years of experience as a business analyst role within a start-up or management consulting firm
Skills & Capabilities:
Understanding of business and innovation concepts
Good knowledge of representing qualitative and quantitative info sets
Proficiency in data visualization tools and software (e.g., MS Office, Tableau)
Excellent report writing and presentation skills
Familiarity with financial analysis and projections

Attributes
Entrepreneurial mind-set with a passion for start-ups
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
High level of professionalism and integrity.

Why Join Us?
Impact: Create industry-first propositions that propel start-ups towards exponential growth.
Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Culture: Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation and creativity.
Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package.