Value Creation Manager

**Purpose of Role**:
We are seeking a highly motivated, strategically minded and experienced Value Creation Manager (“VCM”) to join a dynamic team reporting to the Head of Value Creation: Seed and
Growth Portfolio. The VCM will play a critical role in supporting the growth and success of our high-potential portfolio ventures by providing strategic guidance, operational support and
access to resources to drive value creation and maximize impact-adjusted financial returns across the E2 Ventures (“E2V”) investment portfolio. Our portfolio is sector, business life stage and instrument agnostic and as such is made up of a diverse range of industries, technologies, and business models.

The VCM will also be responsible for identifying, implementing, and measuring strategies that optimize the performance of the E2V investments and enhances their value. This role requires a strong blend of financial expertise, strategic thinking, business analytics, a deep understanding of business practices and passion for driving impact.
portfolio companies, providing strategic insights directly to the founding teams, guiding them in pivotal moments, and having a real voice in their journey to success.

**Objectives of Role**:

- Conduct comprehensive assessments of portfolio ventures to assess performance, identify growth opportunities, and develop and execute tailored value creation plans, focusing on key drivers like revenue maximization, operational efficiency, fundraising, and founder wellbeing.
- Work closely with founders to understand their business objectives, challenges, and opportunities for growth, offering hands-on support and strategic guidance that goes
beyond typical advisory roles. You will be a trusted partner, helping founders navigate key growth challenges and seize opportunities.
- Provide hands-on support and guidance to portfolio ventures in areas such as revenue maximization, operational efficiency, team development, and strategic planning.
- Monitor the progress of value creation initiatives, track key performance indicators, and provide regular updates to the relevant stakeholders.
- Provide strategic insights directly to the leadership of select portfolio companies by sitting on their boards, guiding decisions on growth strategy, operational excellence, and
sustainable scaling.
- Leverage a wide network of advisors, industry experts, and resources to connect our ventures to the right support, expertise, and market access opportunities to accelerate
growth.
- Contribute to the improvement of the Value Creation team in enhancing overall program effectiveness and Ventures’ experience including critical input into program monitoring
and evaluation.

**Experience and Qualifications**:

- Relevant business-related qualifications, ideally include:

- A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as Business Studies, Economics, Finance, Entrepreneurship, technology, and/or Social Studies.
- A Master’s or advanced degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Strategy, Finance, or technology is preferred.
- 5 years+ of practical experience in Value Creating Business support, either within organisations or supporting start-ups or strategic planning and operational improvements
within the start-up context.
- Proven experience in managing ventures preferably in a Venture Capital, private equity, start-up ecosystem, or management consulting role.
- Strong understanding of start-up dynamics and emerging trends.
- Solid financial analysis skills, financial modelling, revenue forecasting, and KPI tracking.
- Experience in and passion for entrepreneur development.
- Demonstrable track record in mobilising, motivating, and enhancing the capacity of entrepreneurs and the investment-readiness of their ventures.
- Fundraising experience is a plus

**Competencies**:

- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong networking skills and ability to build relationships with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and investors.
- Attention to detail, strong organisational skills, ability to work efficiently, and ability to work with, and drive improvement of, systems and tools.
- Demonstrable ability to reason analytically and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects.
- Microsoft Office skills are essential.
- Ability to work with team members (internal) and external stakeholders, demonstrating exceptional people skills with a strong ability to inspire, motivate and influence others.
- Values: Alignment with E² values, embodying and exemplifying these values daily