CIO @ Bumatic in Portugal

Job Specification Position:

Co-founder & Chief Investment Officer (CIO)

Company:

Bumatic

Location:

Portugal and other EU countries will be considered (Travel Required)

Compensation:

Equity & Commission-Based (Pre-Funding); Salary Post-Successful Funding Round

Bumatic is an ambitious early-stage startup poised to revolutionise the global construction industry. We are developing proprietary construction technology integrating AI, robotics, and advanced 3D printing techniques to build sustainable, affordable, and high-quality housing at scale. Our mission is to address the critical global housing crisis by making construction faster, cheaper, and more efficient. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Co-founder & CIO to join our core team and lead our crucial fundraising initiatives.

Role Mission As Co-founder & CIO, your primary mission is to architect and execute Bumatic's comprehensive fundraising strategy. You will be instrumental in securing the necessary capital (pre-seed, seed, grants, Series A, etc.) from diverse sources to fuel our technology development, scale operations, build strategic partnerships, and achieve our company milestones. You will be a key voice and face of the company to the investment community.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Execution:

Develop, refine, and execute a multi-channel fundraising strategy targeting angel investors, venture capital firms (Seed to Series A+), government grants, impact investors, corporate venture capital (CVC), and other relevant funding sources.

Investor Relations & Network Building:

Identify, prospect, cultivate, and manage relationships with potential investors and funding bodies globally. Leverage and expand your existing network within relevant investment circles (Deep Tech, ConTech, PropTech, Robotics, AI, Impact Investing).

Pitching & Presentation:

Craft compelling investment narratives, pitch decks, financial models, and executive summaries. Confidently and effectively pitch Bumatic to investors, judging panels, and potential partners at meetings, demo days, and industry events.

Event & Program Identification:

Proactively research, identify, and evaluate relevant startup competitions, accelerator/incubator programs, industry conferences, and networking events that offer funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, or valuable exposure.

Event Participation & Representation:

Represent Bumatic at identified events, including pitching, networking, and relationship building. Requires significant willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, often on short notice.

Grant & Non-Dilutive Funding:

Lead the identification, application process, and reporting for relevant local, national, and international grants and other non-dilutive funding opportunities.

Strategic Partnerships:

Identify, negotiate, and establish strategic partnerships with corporations, research institutions, government bodies, and other startups that can provide funding, resources, pilot opportunities, or market access.

Financial Planning & Due Diligence:

Collaborate with the founding team on financial forecasting, valuation discussions, cap table management, deal structuring, and term sheet negotiation. Manage the investor due diligence process efficiently.

Market Intelligence:

Maintain a keen understanding of the investment landscape, competitor funding activities, market trends, and investor sentiment within the ConTech, robotics, AI, and housing sectors.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Proven, demonstrable track record of successfully raising significant capital (e.g., $1M+ in pre-seed/seed/grant funding) for early-stage technology startups.

Strong, existing, and active network within the angel investor and venture capital community. Specific experience with hardware, deep tech, construction tech, or impact investors is highly advantageous.

Exceptional communication, presentation, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. Ability to articulate complex technical concepts into compelling business propositions.

Solid understanding of startup finance, including financial modelling, valuation methodologies, term sheets, capitalisation tables, and deal structuring.

Experience identifying, applying for, and securing grants or other forms of non-dilutive funding.

Highly motivated self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and resource-constrained startup environment.

Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and business acumen.

Absolute willingness and ability to travel frequently as required for fundraising and partnership activities.

Passion for Bumatic's mission to solve the housing crisis through technology.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Fin