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Venture Building Expert (Relocation to Saudi Arabia required)

We are seeking an expat Venture Building Expert to join our Technology Commercialization Division (TCD). TCD’s mission is to maximize value realization from Aramco technologies through internal and external Intellectual Property (IP) commercialization, addressing the company’s business and sustainability priorities. You will work alongside technical teams to define and validate propositions to create new startups that deliver long-term value to Aramco and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the world’s largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer. With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world, along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generational spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades of experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply. We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Responsibilities

- Lead the end-to-end process of launching recent startups, from ideation to market entry, ensuring alignment with the corporate strategy.
- Identify recent opportunities to create startups by carrying out in-depth analysis of Aramco’s IP and technology portfolio.
- Lead commercial viability assessments, including the development of business plans and financial models.




- Assess and validate product-market fit, develop and test hypotheses, quantify business value, and create innovative business models.
- Manage cross-functional teams, including scientists, engineers, investors, and industry experts to drive the creation of new startups.
- Perform due diligence to minimize business and transaction risks and facilitate the execution of commercial agreements.
- Develop pitch decks, lead engagements with partners, and provide mentorship in venture development and entrepreneurship to Research & Development organizations.
- Monitor and analyze the performance of the startups to make data-driven decisions to support expansion and growth.

Qualifications

- You will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a Science or Engineering discipline; an advanced degree (MBA) is preferable.
- You should have at least 10 years of experience in technology startups, having a primary role in technology creation and delivery of startups, spin‑outs, or intrapreneurial positions.
- You are well‑versed in startup methodologies, startup development process, and financing options.
- You have a proven track record in discovering, validating, and scaling new startups in a deep‑tech environment.
- You are experienced in business development and commercial partnership management.
- Product development experience from concept to delivery of new products and services.
- Development of value propositions, including business and financial models.
- Agreement negotiation experience, preferably involving technology licenses, joint ventures, or joint technology development agreements.
- Experience in supporting the development and growth of early‑stage technology companies.
- Experience working in incubators, accelerators, venture builders, or corporate startup studios is preferable.
- Experience providing coaching and mentorship to key personnel who manage the startups (e.g., CEO, etc.).
- Must be willing to relocate to Saudi Arabia on a full‑time, permanent basis.

Location

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

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📌 Venture Building Expert (Relocation to Saudi Arabia required) (Montreal)
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