Principal - Southeast Asia

Job Description

Quona is already one of the most active fintech investors in Southeast Asia and sees the region as having tremendous further growth potential. It is setting up a Singapore office with one of the firm's founding partners moving to Singapore to give the region a strong focus. In this context, Quona is looking for a top investment professional who shares the purpose and conviction with Quona to join the team and lead Southeast Asia investments.

The ideal candidate will come in as Principal or Principal-plus level, with experience in fintech or the broader digital industry already, who can further grow to their fullest potential with Quona.

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Quona is specifically looking for:

• Deep Southeast Asia experience and an existing network, though the right candidate may be of any nationality/ethnicity
• An "A Player" with strong intellect, sharp business judgment, extrepreneurial instincts, and credibility in the ecosystem
• A strong fit with Quona's culture, e.g., the firm's Global/Local mindset and hunger to learn, etc.
• Ability to empathize with entrepreneurs and roll up their sleeves to work closely with Quona's portfolio; this necessitates curiosity and entrepreneurial orientation (rather than fund manager orientation).

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Required Professional Experience

• Proven experience as a VC or growth-stage investor and/or operator, with a strong track record
• Experience in the digital industry
• Deep knowledge of Southeast Asia markets

Nice to have: experience in the fintech industry, and an existing expansive network in the ecosystem (entrepreneurs, intermediaries, industry experts, and other early or growth-stage investors).

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Required Characteristics

• Intellectual, deep thinker
• Self-starter who thrives in an entrepeneurial environment
• Strong work ethic and willingness to roll up sleeves
• Curiosity and hunger to learn
• Team player with a global mindsey

Nice to have: proven experience as a team builder/leader

Candidates of all backgrounds, including those belonging to underrepresented minorities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits.

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Apply Today

Interested candidates should send a current CV along with a cover letter that describes a Southeast Asia fintech or fintech trend they are most excited about to  hr@quona.com with subject line: "SEA Principal"

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