Job Description
The Arab Bank is currently recruiting for the role of Innovation Analyst
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Review online data bases including (Gust, Magnnit, Angel list, etc.) for new startup opportunities, and conduct preliminary research and distribute qualified leads to the team
Conduct initial screening on investments decks and pitches and compile feedback
Review submitted ideas and ensure that the ideas are within the program mandate
Conduct the required industry/market research and data collection for all target investment opportunities. This includes market sizing, stakeholder analysis and competitive analysis
Co-lead in conducting due diligence on promising opportunities for investment
Assist in developing and maintaining models, dashboard and presentation that track and analyze portfolio company’s growth
Co-lead in preparing the preliminary investment report and/or memos for deals admitted into the pipeline. Also, preparing investment opportunities briefs for other team members prior to periodic team meetings
Assist in preparing quarterly reports, annual reports, investor updates and quarterly newsletters
Assemble and administer the related data and information into periodic reports for internal use that could be leveraged for the external communication
Identify and educate the team on new innovation technology trends and markets, and recommend high potential investments.
Identify and evaluate best channels for sourcing startups.
Act as a key representative for AB Accelerator in the startup community and at relevant events, deliver AB accelerator program info-sessions to multiple audiences including co-working spaces, universities, incubators and other ecosystem enablers.
Implement a tracking database, enabling AB Accelerator to have consistent startup pipeline visibility
Support in the implementation of the POC’s
Job Requirements
5-7 years of experience in business development, and marketing
Entrepreneurial mind-set with a keen interest in start-ups and technology displayed through deep knowledge and previous start-up experience, Fin-Tech sector expertise is a plus
Bachelor/ Master degree in business management, marketing or a related field of study
Previous management experience is a plus
