Marketing & Communications Associate
Sofia
2021-02-08
The Opportunity
Endeavor Bulgaria, part of a global non-profit organization that supports more than 2,000 high-impact entrepreneurs globally, is looking for a dynamic Marketing & Communications Associate.
Position: Marketing & Communications Associate
Location: Sofia, Bulgaria
Reports to: Senior Marketing Associate, Managing Director
Works with: Endeavor local and global staff, Endeavor Entrepreneurs and Candidates, members of the local network, external providers of marketing services
Objective: Support the team with the execution of the marketing strategy. The individual will be responsible for maintaining the organization’s website and social media presence, developing marketing materials and supporting the organization of the events.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and continuously improve Endeavor Bulgaria’s online presence
- Execute the social media strategy by creating compelling content and adverts on the social media profiles
- Track, optimize and act on web/social media analytics
- Maintain Endeavor Bulgaria’s website and publish the monthly newsletter.
- Develop relevant marketing materials within Endeavor’s global corporate identity framework
- Create and update Endeavor Bulgaria’s PowerPoint presentations, toolkits, and brand visual materials.
- Create visuals & invitations (on Photoshop or other relevant platform) and coordinate the work process with external design agencies when necessary.
Other Responsibilities
- Support with the organization of local and regional events
- Research venues, catering companies and technical suppliers for Endeavor’s events
- Coordinate the communications process with the vendors
- Support with setting up and preparing the venues for the events
- Assist with the office’s admin work and ongoing marketing initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with min. 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Web and social media savvy.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Demonstrated creativity in marketing and communications.
- Strong graphics proficiency in PowerPoint and at least a basic knowledge of Photoshop.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills in English.
- Highly motivated, creative, flexible, and able to balance multiple priorities
- Positive attitude and a team player.
Compensation
Endeavor Bulgaria offers a competitive base salary, performance bonus and benefits package commensurate with experience.
If you are ready to start your high-impact journey in Endeavor, send us your CV and Cover Letter in English to . All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
Junior Associate, Entrepreneur Selection & Growth
Sofia
2021-02-08
The Opportunity
Endeavor has developed a unique platform for jumpstarting high-impact entrepreneurship around the world. The Associate has the opportunity to leave a lasting imprint on the entrepreneurial landscape in Bulgaria.
Position: Junior Associate, Entrepreneur Selection & Growth
Location: Sofia, Bulgaria
Reports to: Manager, Entrepreneur Selection & Growth
Works with: Members of the local network – staff, mentors, board members, partners, entrepreneurs and candidates; Members of the global network – staff and mentors worldwide
Objective: Support the team in selecting and servicing Bulgaria-based entrepreneurs. Support with Endeavor’s Dare to Scale Growth Program.
Key Responsibilities
Support Endeavor Bulgaria’s Search & Selection Process:
- Proactively screen high-potential entrepreneurs running companies with €1 million – €70 million in annual revenues
- Leverage Endeavor’s network of business leaders, investors and entrepreneurs to build a pipeline of entrepreneur candidates
- Assess companies’ growth potential, challenges, and the entrepreneurial mindset of the founders
- Draft detailed company overviews to be used at the selection process of the candidates
- Prepare and train candidates for the network’s selection panels, manage logistics, and coordinate required calls
- Participate in national and international events as needed
Assist Endeavor Bulgaria’s Entrepreneur Services Process: - Manage relationships with a portfolio of entrepreneurs, providing them with Endeavor’s services and resources in terms of access to capital, markets, and talent
- Ensure that entrepreneurs are aware of programs and opportunities offered by Endeavor, and proactively suggest relevant services
- Cooperate with Endeavor Global’s NYC headquarters and other Endeavor affiliate offices to provide selected entrepreneurs with additional support and resources
- Support the Manager in any activities related to the successful completion of the local Dare to Scale Growth Program
- Regular monitoring of service delivery, maintaining records of all meetings and processes in Salesforce
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, with minimum 2 years of relevant work experience (e.g. consulting, business development, corporate development, startups, accelerators, or VC’s)
Strong interest in Endeavor’s mission and global approach
High ambition with low ego
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
Entrepreneurial fast-learner and capacity to achieve significant results with limited resources
Focused, creative, flexible, organized and able to balance multiple priorities
Strong business acumen: ability to identify and evaluate the potential of entrepreneurs and companies regardless of industry
Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Bulgarian
Understanding of financial statements
Knowledge of the economic and business climate in Bulgaria
Strong computer software proficiency (Word, Excel, Power Point)
Familiarity with Salesforce a plus
Compensation
Endeavor Bulgaria offers a competitive base salary, performance bonus and benefits package commensurate with experience.
If you are interested in this challenging position and enjoy working with a dynamic team, please apply with your CV and a cover letter in English at . All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
Venture Capital Analyst
Sofia, Bulgaria or anywhere in SEE
2020-01-12
About LAUNCHub Ventures
LAUNCHub Ventures is a leading early-stage venture capital fund, investing in technology startups in the Seed and Series A funding stages. The fund invests in Central and Southeastern Europe (SEE & CEE), and in companies built by ambitious founders from that region who are based in the leading startup hubs such as London, San Francisco and beyond.
About the position
We are looking for an ambitious, passionate and proactive Investment Analyst to join our Team. In this role, the candidate is to support the investment and transaction process, the construction of investment theses and the team’s work with portfolio companies. Key responsibilities would include:
- Constructing investment theses through market and competitive landscape research, quantitative analysis and the evaluation of current technological and industry trends
- Evaluating investment opportunities through analyzing companies, talking to founders and screening competitors and technologies
- Sourcing of investment opportunities by leveraging the network of the fund, participating in relevant events and investment demo days, as well as through the development of a strong personal network and brand
- Supporting the work with existing portfolio companies through engagement with the company’s team, market research and the analysis of development prospects
- Supporting internal processes, including portfolio management and monitoring, fundraising process and investor relations
The position provides for the opportunity to obtain a deep understanding of the Venture Capital world and the emerging technology and industry trends both in the region and globally. Consider an Analyst role at LAUNCHub Ventures as one of the fastest ways to learn, build your network and advance your career. You will get a huge amount of independence, combined with the ability to learn from us as well as from the amazing founders of our portfolio companies.
The ideal candidate is expected to be data driven, a team player with excellent communication skills, to have a personal passion for innovation and technology developments, and an ability to work independently. The individual is to possess strong analytical and research skills, with a background in PE / VC, Finance, Consulting or Investment Banking being considered a plus.
She or he is also to have a strong interest in the development of the fund’s target regions (SEE & CEE). Speaking some of the regional languages would be considered an advantage.
How to apply
If you are interested, we’d like to ask you to send us:
(1) your CV and any other information you think might be helpful;
(2) the URLs or usernames of your professional online presences (LinkedIn, Twitter, Quora..), as applicable;(3) your thoughts about at least 3 of the following questions (in not more than 150 words each):
- What is your favorite company and why?
- Which technology company coming from our region do you like and why?
- Pick one of LAUNCHub’s investments and explain why you don’t find it promising.
- Do you know a startup that you think we should invest in and why?
Please apply at: , Subject: Venture Capital Analyst + (Name)
Junior Associate / Associate
Sofia, Bulgaria
2020-01
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
- has a law degree from a reputable Bulgarian university;
- has a strong academic background and work ethics;
- has an interest in some of our main practice areas: Corporate/M&A and Employment; Real Estate; Banking & Finance; and / or Regulatory & Competition;
- finds motivation in working on complex matters for international clients and global law firms;
- has full professional proficiency in English;
- has a pro-active attitude and will to grow; and
- is a team player with passion for excellence.
We offer:
- interesting and challenging work for both local and international clients;
- professional development in a leading CEE law firm;
- competitive remuneration package; and
- modern, dynamic and friendly environment.
If you are looking to take the next step up in your career and make a valued contribution, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to join an independent law firm across the region and be part of our success.
How to apply:
We are looking for the best and brightest to help us continue to grow. If that sounds like something you would like to be a part of, please, send your application (CV and cover letter) in English to Lilia Stoykova, HR Manager, at , by 12 February 2021.
Please specify the position you are applying for. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.