Head of Strategic Finance & Corporate Development

GITAI • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As Head of Strategic Finance & Corporate Development, you will work directly with the CEO to drive GITAI’s fundraising, capital strategy, investor relations, and corporate development efforts. This is not a back-office finance role. You will turn GITAI’s technical progress, government traction, and long-term vision into a clear financial and strategic narrative for investors and partners.

Requirements

• Experience working at one or more VC-backed startups at Series B or earlier, ideally as a founder, founding team member, early executive, or finance/strategy leader
• Experience raising capital for a VC-backed startup from Seed to Series B, at least once; experience across multiple fundraising rounds is strongly preferred
• Direct experience with founder-led fundraising work, including investor targeting, pitch materials, investor communications, data room preparation, due diligence, and financial modeling
• Strong understanding of venture capital financing, startup capital strategy, investor expectations, and how early-stage companies are evaluated
• Active network across U.S. venture capital, strategic investors, or relevant startup ecosystem stakeholders
• Ability to turn technical progress, market traction, and company vision into a clear financial and strategic narrative for investors and partners
• High ownership, strong judgment, and willingness to work in an early-stage, high-intensity environment, including extended hours, weekends, and occasional travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising execution, including investor targeting, pitch materials, data room preparation, investor communications, and due diligence
• Partner with the CEO on capital strategy, financing plans, valuation narratives, and investor positioning
• Build and maintain relationships with venture capital firms, strategic investors, corporate partners, and other key stakeholders
• Develop company-level financial models, business forecasts, and board-level strategic materials
• Evaluate and drive corporate development, strategic partnership, and government-related growth opportunities

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare: 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/AD&D Insurance for employees, with 90% coverage for dependents.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to 3.5% employer match.
• Relocation Assistance: Support for eligible roles to ensure a smooth transition.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages to reward your talent and dedication
• Equity Opportunities: Stock options in a rapidly growing startup, giving you a stake in our success (depending on role eligibility).
• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate and innovate with a passionate team.
• Office Perks: Enjoy free snacks and drinks, plus regular social events to foster team spirit.
• Cutting Edge Experience: Work alongside state-of-the-art robots, driving the future of space technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed