Entrepreneur in Residence

***** this is not a typical role. It is a high-ownership, execution-heavy position for someone who operates with a builder’s mindset. Please read carefully before applying — we are intentionally selective and will only proceed with candidates who clearly meet the requirements.*****

the entrepreneur in residence (eir) is responsible for owning, operating, and scaling an invest tech / fintech business on a day-to-day basis
, within a saudi venture builder.

this role acts as the primary operator of the venture
, with full accountability across product execution, growth, and operational performance.

the business operates at the intersection of financial data, analytics, and investor-facing tools. As such, this role requires a combination of business judgment, product thinking, and growth discipline
.

this is not a structured corporate role. It requires high ownership, resilience, and intensity
. The eir is expected to take full responsibility for execution, make decisions under uncertainty, and drive the business toward product-market fit, scalable growth, and strong unit economics
.

• lead all day-to-day operations across product, growth, and operations
• ensure alignment and accountability across all functions
• take full ownership of outcomes — both success and failure

• design, execute, and refine go-to-market strategies
• identify and scale acquisition channels based on performance
• move the business toward structured, repeatable growth

• own and optimize:
• customer acquisition cost (cac)
• lifetime value (ltv)
• retention and churn
• payback period
• ensure growth is efficient and financially sustainable
• identify inefficiencies and act quickly to correct them

• build strong feedback loops between customers and product teams
• prioritize based on impact, not internal opinions
• establish a culture of continuous testing:
• a/b testing
• funnel optimization
• messaging and pricing experiments
• make decisions based on data, not assumptions

• lead and manage a cross-functional team
• set clear kpis and performance expectations
• address underperformance without delay

• translate strategy into clear execution plans
• eliminate distractions and low-value initiatives
• maintain focus on what drives growth and retention

• continuously reassess direction based on:
• data
• product performance
• pivote when needed without hesitation

• provide structured updates on:
• performance
• risks
• maintain transparency with leadership

• strong understanding of unit economics:
• ability to diagnose and fix growth inefficiencies
• strong understanding of go-to-market strategies:
• scaling acquisition
• strong experimentation mindset:
• a/b testing
• funnel optimization
• customer-first thinking:
• ability to listen carefully to users
• translate feedback into product improvements
• passion for investing and financial markets:
• genuine interest in how markets behave
• understanding of investor mindset

• high ownership mentality (no “employee mindset”)
• willingness to go the extra mile consistently
• comfortable operating beyond 9–5 expectations
• strong resilience under pressure
• ability to adapt and pivot quickly
• direct, clear communication

• 5+ years in startups, venture building, or product/growth roles
• proven experience scaling products or driving growth
• experience working across multiple functions (product, growth, operations)

• degree in business, engineering, finance, or related field (preferred)
• practical experience is more important than formal education

• growth in active users and engagement
• improvement in cac, ltv, and retention metrics
• progress toward product-market fit
• speed and quality of execution
• team productivity and accountability
• ability to identify and solve problems early