Web3 Investments Associate

We’re a leading UAE-based early-stage fund building a global platform to invest in cutting edge tech! We back leading founders across various sectors who are tackling massive white spaces, building robust technology, and driving the evolution of the ecosystem in the MENA region and globally. Join us on our journey to invest in Web3!

Responsibilities:

• Performing market research for potential investments in Web3, including research into blockchain technologies, protocols, DeFi applications, NFT projects, Metaverse, cryptocurrencies and more.
• Conducting analysis for potential investment opportunities by assessing competitive dynamics, tokenomics, customer metrics, founding team and other available data, and providing thorough summaries of the experience with feedback.
• Providing informed insights in various relevant aspects of the crypto industry related to technology, legal, regulatory, economic, and protocol background details.
• Preparing models for each prospective crypto investment opportunity.
• Collecting all relevant research and analysis required for compiling investment memos for new and existing opportunities. Contribute to creating all IM’s from initial memos all the way up to follow-on memos.
• Performing valuation modelling on each investment opportunity and carrying out sensitivity analysis to address risks and produce differentiated scenarios to test IRRs and investment hurdles.
• Tracking macro trends globally as it pertains to the web3 ecosystem and our portfolio companies and preparing research reports on crypto assets and protocols.
• Constantly building on BECO’s brand and internal knowledge base within web3.
• Working alongside the Investments Manager to source deals in the web3 space.

Requirements:

• High intellectual curiosity and a strong conviction and passion for all things relating to the web3 ecosystem including crypto, DeFi, DAOs, NFTs, metaverse and other market trends.
• A researcher at heart with an investment mindset, building expertise around web3 industry trends with heavy involvement in the community via Discord, Twitter, Reddit, other social media, events and additional channels to uncover innovative investment opportunities for BECO.
• Strong research, analytical, critical thinking and thought leadership skills and the ability to articulate opinions in an eloquent manner.
• A self-starter with strong drive, high ownership, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to self-direct/manage their own time and productivity in a high tempo manner.
• Relationship intelligence skills with the ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders, from founders to investors and experts.

Benefits:

• Work permit and the flexibility to work in between London (UK citizens only) and Dubai (all citizens).
• Flexible working hours and time-off policy.
• Competitive compensation package with a performance-based bonus program, and top-tier global insurance coverage.
• Professional development and training, on us!
• Access to BECO’s global network and the ability to invest in cutting edge sectors across a wide range of industries.

This web3 Investments Associate opportunity is an immediate role based in London. You’ll be a part of a thriving working culture and drive the growth of BECO’s deals in the web3 space!