Investor Relations & Business Development Executive

About the role

About MaxAccelerate Tech Group MaxAccelerate Tech Group is a global technology holding group focused on accelerating the growth of startups, early-stage companies, and solo entrepreneurs. We help founders take ideas and software products to market, scale internationally, and build on world-class technology infrastructure. Our model combines hands-on advisory, product development, technology stack implementation, and strategic investment. Companies that join the group gain access to a shared technology ecosystem, go-to-market resources, business development infrastructure, and a network of fellow portfolio companies - creating real leverage across every stage of growth. We work with: - Startups and growth-stage companies looking to expand globally - Solo entrepreneurs with validated ideas or early-stage software products - Organisations that align with our portfolio and can add strategic value to the group The Role We are looking for a driven and commercially minded Investor Relations & Business Development Executive to join our growing team. This is a unique role that sits at the intersection of capital raising, investor engagement, and pipeline development - with the goal of building and managing a high-quality network of investors and identifying new companies that could join the MaxAccelerate group. You will be the primary point of contact for our investor community - cultivating relationships with family offices, venture capital firms, angel investors, and high-net-worth individuals - while also running outreach to identify exciting new companies that could benefit from, or contribute to, the group. Key Responsibilities Investor Network Development - Build and manage a structured pipeline of investors including family offices, VCs, angel investors, and HNWIs - Conduct proactive outreach to introduce MaxAccelerate and its portfolio companies to relevant investors - Develop and maintain strong long-term relationships across the investor community - Track investor preferences, mandates, and activity to ensure relevant, well-timed engagement Capital Raising Support - Support the preparation of investor materials, pitch decks, and deal summaries for portfolio companies seeking funding - Coordinate investor meetings, calls, and follow-ups on behalf of the group and its companies - Assist in managing the fundraising process end-to-end for specific transactions - Maintain a CRM of investor contacts, deal flow, and interaction history Company Origination & BD - Identify and qualify new companies and founders that could benefit from joining the MaxAccelerate group - Run outbound outreach to target companies across sectors and geographies aligned with the group's thesis - Attend events, conferences, and networking opportunities to build pipeline and represent the group - Evaluate inbound enquiries and make initial assessments for group leadership review Ecosystem & Portfolio Support - Act as a connector between portfolio companies and the broader investor and partner network - Collaborate with internal teams to align BD efforts with the group's shared technology and marketing ecosystem - Support internal communications and reporting on investor relations activity What We're Looking For Experience & Background - 1-4 years of experience in investor relations, business development, capital markets, or a related field - Some exposure to startup ecosystems, venture capital, private equity, or family office environments - Demonstrated ability to build and manage professional networks - Experience with CRM tools and maintaining structured pipelines Skills & Attributes - Strong written and verbal communication skills - confident engaging with investors and senior stakeholders - Self-starter mindset with the ability to manage multiple relationships and priorities independently - Commercial acumen and genuine interest in startups, technology, and investment - High attention to detail, particularly in preparing materials and investor-facing communications - Comfortable working across time zones and in a lean, fast-moving environment Nice to Have - Existing network within the GCC, UAE, or global investor community - Familiarity with fundraising processes, term sheets, or investment documentation - Experience in a holding company, multi-portfolio, or accelerator environment What We Offer - A front-row seat to a dynamic, multi-company technology group with global ambitions - Direct exposure to deal flow, investment conversations, and portfolio company growth - Access to a shared technology ecosystem, tools, and group resources - A collaborative, entrepreneurial team culture with real ownership of your remit