Vice President / Director - F&B Venture Fund

We are seeking a Vice President / Director with a clear path to Partner over the next few years to join the founding team of a new investment fund focused on the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector in India. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced consumer venture / PE investor with an entrepreneurial mindset to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the fund. Key Responsibilities: Primary role is to take complete ownership of deal evaluation, diligence, investment underwriting, transaction execution and performance evaluation. Evaluate high-potential investment opportunities in the F&B sector by conducting detailed market research, competitive analysis, financial modelling, and due diligence. Develop and present compelling investment cases to the investment committee, addressing risks, opportunities, and strategic fit. Execute transactions seamlessly by negotiating deal terms, managing legal and regulatory processes, and coordinating with external advisors. Partner with portfolio companies to accelerate growth, offering strategic insights, operational support, and access to networks. As a founding team member, a secondary role is to actively participate in building the fund from the ground up. Contribute to the strategic vision, investment thesis, and operational framework by actively monitoring ongoing performance. Actively source F&B deals by proactively reaching out to and building relationships with founders and funders in the industry. Assist in fundraising and investor relations by collaborating with the relevant teams to raise capital and keep LPs informed of developments at the fund. Support building the fund's brand by working with the relevant teams in their various marketing initiatives. Qualifications: Great opportunity for an experienced associate ready to step up and accept more responsibility or for a young VP looking to accelerate route to partnership. 5–7 years of experience as a consumer venture or PE investor, ideally with a focus on India's start-up ecosystem. Proven track record of identifying and nurturing successful investments in the Indian consumer sector. Strong understanding of the Indian consumer venture capital / PE ecosystem, with the willingness and aptitude to learn about the F&B industry and its dynamics. Strong Excel and PowerPoint (or equivalent) skills. Must be able to build and analyse spreadsheets. Must be able to create captivating PowerPoint presentations. Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to embrace the challenges of building a new investment fund. MBA from a top-tier business school. Post MBA work experience is preferred but new graduates are also welcome to apply.

India Food Fund Venture Fund focused on the F&B ecosystem in India TBQ, One World Center, Lower Parel Mumbai 400013 Maharashtra India