Venture Associate (m/w/d) - Full Remote in Herford

## What Does This Venture Associate (m/w/d) - Full Remote Role Involve?find IQ...... is a fast-growing tech startup from the industrial region of East Westphalia-Lippe that has set out to lead the generational change in industrial machine and plant service.

To this end, we have developed the first AI-supported knowledge platform for industrial service.

Thanks to this solution, our customers can collect and structure the expert knowledge of their experienced service employees and make it available to all employees — for excellent fault diagnosis and sustainable problem solving.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for early-stage tech and industrial innovation?As a Venture Associate, you’ll play a core role in shaping our growth strategy, supporting our international market expansion, and partnering closely with founders and investors to scale our vision globally.### What awaits you High-impact role on a fast-growing B2B AI-driven Saa S platform — work at the intersection of deep tech and industrial service digitalization.

Strategic influence from day one — partner with the founding team on growth initiatives, fundraising, and key go-to-market decisions.

Be part of international expansion — help guide find IQ’s launch and scaling in the U.

S. and other markets following a major funding milestone.

Entrepreneurial and collaborative culture — small, diverse team where ideas are welcomed and execution matters.

Exposure to investors and strategic partners — work closely with venture capitalists, industry experts, and corporate partners as part of the growth journey.

Hybrid work flexibility — work from Herford, remote locations, or key markets as needed.### Your mission Support investor relations and fundraising activities, including market analysis, pitch development, and investment deck preparation.

Drive strategic partnerships and ecosystem development with corporates, VC partners, and potential channel collaborators.

Analyze market opportunities and competitive landscapes to inform product and expansion strategy.

Collaborate cross-functionally with product, sales, and marketing teams to turn strategic insights into actionable plans.

Help define and monitor key growth metrics, preparing regular business reviews and strategic recommendations.

Represent find IQ externally at events, investor meetings, and industry forums.### What we expect1–3+ years of experience in consulting, venture capital, corporate strategy, growth roles, or startup business development.

Strong analytical skills with experience in market research, financial modeling, or investment evaluation.

Excellent communication skills — you can confidently tell a story, influence stakeholders, and deliver clear insights.

Comfort operating in fast-paced environments with ambiguity — startups move quickly and priorities shift.

Passion for industrial tech, AI, Saa S business models, and meaningful impact on real-world service operations.

Bonus: Background in B2B tech, international markets, scaling high-growth teams, or working with investors.### What we offer An attractive salary: We offer fair remuneration with performance-related components.

Trust: We give you what you need to become the best version of yourself.

Flexible working: If you wish, your workplace can be predominantly remote, supplemented by occasional face-to-face appointments in Herford or at customer sites.

A strong team: We work openly, appreciatively, and with genuine enthusiasm for what we are building together.

Individual development: We give you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally—including through paid training, coaching, and personal learning time.

Startup insights: You can expect close collaboration with and insights into the work of the founding team.### Additional benefits: Up to 1 month of “work from anywhere” (in an EU country).

Workations and regular team events.

Educational leave (voluntary).30 days of vacation.

Office pets (welcome by arrangement).

Charging stations for electric cars (at the Herford location).

Subsidies for further training and mobility.

Family-friendly working hours.

Diversity in action – be yourself.

We are too.### Curious to learn more?Apply online now by submitting your application documents.

For more information, feel free to contact Senada at applications@findiq. de. #J-18808-Ljbffr