Venture Ecosystem Lead (AI)

TL;DR

Venture Ecosystem Lead (AI): Driving the growth and management of a global startup pipeline by building relationships with VCs and startup communities in Israel, and driving adoption of hirify.global' startup program. Focus on co-creating value-added initiatives, delivering impactful ecosystem activations, and ensuring hirify.global' role as a cloud partner for AI-native startups.

Location: Hybrid from Tel-Aviv, Israel

Company

hirify.global is a Nasdaq-listed cloud computing company focused on serving the global AI economy with R&D hubs across Europe, North America, and Israel.

What you will do

• Build and maintain strong relationships with leading venture capital firms, accelerators, and key startup ecosystem partners in Israel.
• Act as a trusted hirify.global representative, growing visibility and influence in the VC and startup ecosystem in Israel.
• Source, qualify, and onboard high-potential AI startups into hirify.global’ established startup program.
• Design and execute tailored partner initiatives, joint campaigns, and enablement resources.
• Track KPIs including lead generation, startup acquisition, activation rates, and revenue contribution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and champion the voice of the Israel startup and VC community within hirify.global.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of professional experience in GTM, strategic partnerships, business development or sales.
• At least 5 years working in the startup or venture ecosystem in Israel Region.
• Deep understanding of VC and startup dynamics, investment models, and growth strategies.
• Proven ability to drive qualified pipeline growth and deliver measurable business impact through partnerships.
• Familiarity with the AI and cloud computing landscape, with the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Fluent Hebrew and English is required, both verbal and written.

Nice to have

• 5 years of experience working in a leading VC/PE firm, global accelerator, as a startup founder, or as an early team member of a venture-backed AI startup.
• Established, high-trust network within the Israel venture capital ecosystem.
• Experience in technology partnerships or selling AI/cloud solutions.
• Strong understanding of AI infrastructure, cloud solutions, and the needs of AI/ML startups.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within hirify.global.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation.