Chief Investment Officer

About UsSagest Capital Holdings is a lean, founder‑driven investment platform launching in the U.S. with a global mandate. We specialize in early‑stage venture capital, cross‑border innovation, and institutional‑grade governance. Our team is international, entrepreneurial, and focused on building a credible investment ecosystem bridging the U.S. and GCC/MENA markets.Role OverviewWe are seeking a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) to join our founding team in New York. This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead the investment strategy of a new venture capital platform from the ground up. The CIO will oversee fund management, drive pre‑seed stage investments, and collaborate with international professionals to establish Sagest Capital Holdings as a trusted name in venture capital.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design and execution of Sagest Capital’s investment strategy, with emphasis on pre‑seed and seed stage VC investments.Manage fund operations, portfolio construction, and investor reporting with institutional‑grade discipline.Source, evaluate, and negotiate early‑stage investment opportunities across technology, healthtech, and enterprise sectors.Build and maintain relationships with founders, co‑investors, and global LPs.Establish governance frameworks and risk management processes aligned with international best practices.Represent Sagest Capital Holdings in investor meetings, industry events, and cross‑border partnerships.Ideal Candidate ProfileProven track record in venture capital fund management or institutional investment leadership.Strong expertise in early‑stage VC investing, particularly pre‑seed and seed rounds.Experience working with international teams and cross‑border investment structures.Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to thrive in a lean, founder‑driven environment.Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills with global investors and founders.Based in or willing to relocate to New York State.What We OfferA leadership role in a new and ambitious VC platform with global reach.Direct influence on fund strategy, governance, and portfolio outcomes.Opportunity to work alongside international professionals and founders.