Key Account Manager

About Us PedalStart is one of India’s fastest-growing startup enablers, working to build and support early-stage ventures through strategic mentorship, resources, and community-driven growth. As we expand our brand and digital presence, we are seeking passionate individuals to join our content and communications team, helping to shape our voice and impact.

Role Overview: PedalStart is seeking a sharp, investment-oriented Key Account Manager – Investments to drive investor relationships and capital deployment across our startup portfolios. This role is deeply focused on capital raising, investor activation, deal facilitation, and portfolio-level investor engagement, ensuring consistent capital access for PedalStart-backed startups.

The role requires strong investment understanding, disciplined follow-ups, and the ability to translate startup opportunities into compelling investment narratives for early-stage investors.

Key Responsibilities: Own and manage relationships with angel investors, HNIs, family offices, micro-VCs, and syndicate partners. Drive capital commitments and cheque conversions across PedalStart cohorts and portfolio startups. Curate and share investment opportunities, pitch decks, data rooms, and performance updates with investors. Actively manage the investment pipeline from interest → diligence → commitment → closure. Coordinate with internal Investment, Legal, Finance, and Startup teams to ensure smooth deal execution. Maintain investor-level tracking on commitments, ticket sizes, and deployment timelines. Ensure post-investment communication including updates, performance tracking, and portfolio highlights. Assist in managing demo days and closed-door investor pitch sessions with a conversion mindset.

Key Deliverables/ KPIs Capital deployed / facilitated across PedalStart startups. Investor conversion rate (interest to cheque). Average ticket size and repeat investments. Active investor base and deployment frequency. Pipeline accuracy, closure timelines, and CRM hygiene.

What are we looking for Bachelor’s degree/ Master's degree related field. 3–4 years of experience in investments, VC, angel networks, fintech, wealth management, or startup fundraising. Clear understanding of early-stage investing, term sheets, valuation basics, and deal flows. Experience managing high-stakes investor conversations and closing investment commitments. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Prior exposure to startup accelerators, VC funds, syndicates, or angel platforms.

Skills & Competencies Investment mindset with strong follow-through. Ability to evaluate and position early-stage opportunities. Negotiation and closure support. High ownership, discipline, and attention to detail. Comfort working with numbers, dashboards, and investor data.

What We Offer Direct exposure to early-stage investments and high-growth startups. Opportunity to work closely with investors and founders. High-impact role influencing capital outcomes. Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives.

Working Days:

6 days (WFO) Compensation:

Based on Experience Experience:

3-4 years Location:

Koramangala, Bengaluru