Portfolio Engagement Director at Toyota Research Institute

Los Altos, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Venture Capital, Climate Technology, Frontier TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

5-7+ years of experience in business development, client management, corporate development, or a similar role
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent
Proven ability to collaborate across teams/organizations to deliver on shared objectives
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter who works well independently but enjoys being part of a team
Exceptional organization and project management skills
Previous experience working in the VC industry or at a startup is a plus
Passionate about emerging technologies and working with entrepreneurs
Ability to travel periodically

Responsibilities

Working directly with startup teams to understand their needs and prioritize how we can best support them
Assisting with ongoing development of products and services to help portfolio companies
Hosting kick-off meetings and recurring check-in meetings with portfolio company executives
Creating opportunities for portfolio companies to engage with Toyota and Toyota Group companies
Facilitating introductions to mentors, customers, partners, suppliers, and others as needed
Tracking portfolio company KPIs and reporting on progress towards strategic goals
Documenting best practices and creating resource libraries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Business DevelopmentCustomer DiscoveryPortfolio ManagementExecutive CommunicationStartup EngagementVenture CapitalAIMobilityAutonomyRobotics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or based in a specific location?

The role is based in the San Francisco Bay Area with offices in San Francisco and Los Altos, CA, but remote work within other U.S. cities is possible.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 5-7+ years in business development, client management, corporate development or similar, plus excellent communication, collaboration, organization, and project management skills. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent is required, with VC or startup experience as a plus.

What is the company culture like?

The team values acting with integrity, being humble but bold, and keeping it weird, while committing to promote diversity and inclusion. They emphasize teamwork and making an impact.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate is a self-starter with 5-7+ years in business development or similar, excellent communication and project management skills, passion for emerging technologies and entrepreneurs, and the ability to collaborate across teams.

Toyota Research Institute

Research in mobility, safety, and automation

About Toyota Research Institute

Toyota Research Institute focuses on improving mobility through research and development in the automotive and technology sectors. The company works on enhancing safety, automated driving, robotics, materials science, and machine learning. Their products include advanced safety features and automated driving systems that aim to make driving safer and more efficient. Unlike many competitors, TRI emphasizes a research-driven approach, collaborating with various partners and licensing their innovations to enhance Toyota's offerings and maintain a competitive edge. The goal of TRI is to advance mobility solutions that improve quality of life and support the transition to zero-emissions transportation.

Los Altos, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$100MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees