Endeavor Entrepreneur Support Specialist

ABOUT ENDEAVOR

We are a network formed by the entrepreneurs leading the fastest-growing scale-ups in the world, who serve as great examples for the country.

We believe that the leaders at the helm of scale-ups are the ones who transform industries and drive economies. And so that they can continue generating even more impact, we support their growth:

• By generating decisive connections with our global network. We are specialists in matchmaking, connecting the right people in a neutral and safe environment for exchanges.

• By investing in businesses with high growth potential. We boost the impact of scale-ups in various markets through our co-investment funds.

• By encouraging our entrepreneurs to dream bigger. With every achievement, the benchmark for success changes and opens space for new accomplishments. Thus, we inspire future generations.

ABOUT THE AREA

The mission in the Endeavor Entrepreneur Support area is to deeply understand the business challenges of companies that grow at an accelerated pace. We help founders develop personally and overcome growth hurdles through our local and global network.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a strategic growth partner for high-impact entrepreneurs, directly supporting their main business challenges through the activation of the Endeavor network.

• Manage a portfolio (averaging 10 to 12 companies) of companies in advanced stages of growth and maturity with high autonomy, conducting the relationship journey with entrepreneurs from end to end;

• Support the Team Lead and Team Specialist with more mature companies in the portfolio and provide operational direction to Associates;

• Perform deep diagnostics of companies, analyzing business models, financial metrics (e.g., P&L, cash flow, unit economics), and identifying the main growth bottlenecks;

• Structure and execute support plans for each company, connecting strategic challenges to practical solutions through the network of mentors, investors, and specialists;

• Perform high-quality matchings between entrepreneurs and mentors, ensuring context, preparation, and real impact of the connections;

• Build trust-based, long-term relationships with founders, acting as a strategic partner — not just an executor; Conduct Kick-Offs, checkpoints, and deliveries directly with entrepreneurs.

• Navigate and activate Endeavor's local and global network (entrepreneurs, mentors, investors, and peers), ensuring the best connections for each context;

• Prioritize and manage a complex portfolio under pressure, balancing depth of service with scale;

• Produce structured analyses and materials regarding companies and markets, with clarity in diagnosis and recommendation of paths;

• Support the development of more junior team members, serving as a technical reference and elevating the quality of deliveries;

• Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives in the area that improve products, processes, and the entrepreneur experience;

• Act in the continuous improvement of the area's processes using Artificial Intelligence, seeking efficiency, scale, and quality in deliveries.

The Specialist is evaluated by concrete results in their portfolio, focusing on:

• Quality of Connections — the quality and real impact of connections made with mentors, investors, and specialists;

• NPS and engagement of EEs — the level of satisfaction and active engagement of entrepreneurs with Endeavor;

• Portfolio coverage — ensuring that all EEs under their responsibility receive active and structured support;

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE

Technical Skills

• Relevant professional experience (approx. 3–5 years) with exposure to business, strategy, or the startup/venture capital ecosystem;

• Strong analytical and business diagnostic capacity (including reading financial and operational metrics);

• Knowledge of business models, company growth, and the dynamics of the technology and innovation ecosystem;

• Ability to structure complex problems and propose paths with autonomy, without the need for constant direction;

• Experience in managing multiple simultaneous demands/projects, with clear prioritization and organization;

• Advanced English (interaction with the global network - used for reading, building materials, and participating in meetings and events in English);

• Availability for short-term national and international travel;

• Familiarity with management, analysis, and productivity tools (e.g., Excel/Sheets, CRM, etc).

Behavioral Skills

• Ability to build trust-based relationships with senior stakeholders (founders, investors, mentors);

• Excellent communication (oral and written), with clarity, objectivity, and depth;

• Ownership mindset: autonomy, sense of urgency, and responsibility for results;

• Strong intellectual curiosity and genuine interest in business, technology, and entrepreneurship;

• Ability to navigate ambiguous environments, with adaptability and flexibility;

• Skill to influence, challenge, and support interlocutors with empathy and assertiveness;

• Collaborative mindset and orientation toward collective impact (pay it forward)

IT WILL BE A DIFFERENTIAL

• Previous experience in venture capital funds, strategic consulting, or strategy/growth/customer experience areas in scale-ups;

• Direct experience with entrepreneurs and/or the startup ecosystem;

• Experience with topics such as fundraising, M&A, governance, organizational culture, or GTM;

• Track record of working with C-level stakeholders;

• International experience or working with global teams;

• Familiarity with the use of technology and AI for gaining scale and productivity;

• Participation in communities or networks of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

WHO YOU ARE

Endeavor is a values-oriented organization. We are looking for someone who ...

• Entrepreneur First: Someone who passionately believes in the power of high-impact entrepreneurs to change the world for the better. You care about our mission.

• Go Big: Someone whose curiosity drives them to dream (and execute!) big. You are someone who takes initiative and rolls up your sleeves to take our office to the next level.

• Network of Trust: Someone who naturally builds trust with anyone, from CTOs of cutting-edge startups to CEOs of established companies.

• Pay It Forward: Someone with a service-oriented attitude, who asks “What can I do?” before asking “What do I get?”.

• One Endeavor: Someone who thrives working with colleagues in more than 45 countries around the world. You are collaborative and build bridges.

• Always Agile: Someone who adapts quickly to changes, acting with a sense of urgency and focus on efficiency. You simplify processes, test, and learn continuously, using data, technology, and AI to gain scale and improve decisions.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid work model;

• Flexible weekly schedules;

• All holidays bridged;

• Flash:
• Meal: R$1800;
• Food: R$280;
• Mobility: R$120;
• Home Office: R$350;

• Sul América Health Plan (Especial +):
• 100% paid by Endeavor for the employee;
• 80% paid by Endeavor for dependents;

• Odontoprev Dental Plan (no additional cost for employee and dependents);

• Life insurance (no additional cost);

• Wellhub;

• Occasional psychological support;

• For mothers and fathers:
• R$370 monthly childcare allowance for children up to 5 years old;
• Extended maternity leave of 180 days;
• Extended paternity leave of 60 days;