We understand requirements on a job posting can be daunting. If youre passionate about the role and believe you can make a meaningful impact we want to hear from you even if you dont meet every listed qualification. Were always looking for great talent to join our team on planet MaRS.
We actively encourage all candidates to apply including equity-deserving communities including those who identify as BIPOC racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.
We want you to be comfortable being your most authentic self throughout our recruitment process. Please reach out to if theres anything we can do to make your experience more accessible and inclusive including accommodations. Include Accessibility Request in your subject line.
About the IAF
Launched in 2008 MaRS Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF) has grown into one of Canadas most active early-stage venture capital funds. With a deep commitment to Ontarios innovation ecosystem MaRS IAF is a multi-sector fund providing the capital mentorship and networks needed to build global transformative companies.
About the Position
The Director of Platform supports IAF portfolio companies in building and scaling connecting founders to talent customers and expertise they need to grow. The role strengthens portfolio performance by combining hands-on founder support with ecosystem access and structured insights across the fund.
Key Responsibilities
Drive Founder & Portfolio Success
Provide structured high-impact support across the portfolio including talent fundraising preparation customer introductions and operational guidance.
Act as a trusted partner to founders maintaining regular engagement and identifying company needs risks and opportunities that inform both founder support and portfolio oversight.
Build Ecosystem & Strategic Community
Develop and maintain relationships with corporates operators investors and service providers that create tangible opportunities for portfolio companies.
Facilitate targeted introductions and targeted engagements that support customer acquisition partnerships talent recruitment and follow-on investment.
Leverage the MaRS Platform
Establish clear pathways for portfolio companies to access MaRS programs and experts.
Serve as the point of coordination between IAF and MaRS Venture Services.
Build additional support or programming where gaps exist
Develop Talent & Advisor Networks
Build and maintain a high-quality database of advisors executives and operators to support portfolio companies
Develop and manage talent pipelines that improve hiring outcomes and reduce time-to-fill across the portfolio.
Ensure Operational Excellence
Implement systems and tools to deliver platform support efficiently across a high-volume portfolio.
Track engagement company progress and founder feedback to identify trends risks and opportunities across the portfolio.
Provide structured insights that support investment decision-making portfolio strategy and reporting to internal stakeholders.
Requirements
Completed Bachelors degree
8 years of professional experience in high-growth startups scale-ups or equivalent fast-paced environments
Demonstrated track record in operations strategy senior level talent role or chief-of-stafftype roles with founder-facing accountability
Proven ability to design and execute programs initiatives or processes that support organizational or founder success
Strong understanding of early-stage founder needs and the startup lifecycle
Ability to design scalable programs and resources with measurable outcomes
Excellent relationship management communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Comfort managing shifting priorities and delivering results in fast-paced high-volume environments
Nice to Haves
Experience operating within or closely supporting early-stage venture-backed companies
Strong exposure to early-stage companies and founder communities with a network across North America
Familiarity with venture capital dynamics fundraising processes or portfolio support models
Ability to navigate and leverage the Ontario ecosystem to support portfolio companies
Demonstrated success in community-building partnerships or network development
Experience with CRM community platforms or talent-matching tools to deliver scalable founder support
Applications will close at 12pm EDT on May 11 2026. However we may close the posting earlier if we receive a high volume of qualified applications or if the position is filled before the deadline. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
This posting is for a new vacancy.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada reside in Ontario and be willing to work out of our Toronto office (101 College Street) a minimum of 3 days per week.
Salary Range: $130000 to $150000 up to a 15% discretionary incentive extended healthcare benefits wellness spending account GRRSP matching and paid time-off.
Our Applicant Tracking System BambooHR does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI). From time to time MaRS may use AI in our screening assessment and selection processes.
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We understand requirements on a job posting can be daunting. If youre passionate about the role and believe you can make a meaningful impact we want to hear from you even if you dont meet every listed qualification. Were always looking for great talent to join our team on planet MaRS.
We actively encourage all candidates to apply including equity-deserving communities including those who identify as BIPOC racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.
We want you to be comfortable being your most authentic self throughout our recruitment process. Please reach out to if theres anything we can do to make your experience more accessible and inclusive including accommodations. Include Accessibility Request in your subject line.
About the IAF
Launched in 2008 MaRS Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF) has grown into one of Canadas most active early-stage venture capital funds. With a deep commitment to Ontarios innovation ecosystem MaRS IAF is a multi-sector fund providing the capital mentorship and networks needed to build global transformative companies.
About the Position
The Director of Platform supports IAF portfolio companies in building and scaling connecting founders to talent customers and expertise they need to grow. The role strengthens portfolio performance by combining hands-on founder support with ecosystem access and structured insights across the fund.
Key Responsibilities
Drive Founder & Portfolio Success
Provide structured high-impact support across the portfolio including talent fundraising preparation customer introductions and operational guidance.
Act as a trusted partner to founders maintaining regular engagement and identifying company needs risks and opportunities that inform both founder support and portfolio oversight.
Build Ecosystem & Strategic Community
Develop and maintain relationships with corporates operators investors and service providers that create tangible opportunities for portfolio companies.
Facilitate targeted introductions and targeted engagements that support customer acquisition partnerships talent recruitment and follow-on investment.
Leverage the MaRS Platform
Establish clear pathways for portfolio companies to access MaRS programs and experts.
Serve as the point of coordination between IAF and MaRS Venture Services.
Build additional support or programming where gaps exist
Develop Talent & Advisor Networks
Build and maintain a high-quality database of advisors executives and operators to support portfolio companies
Develop and manage talent pipelines that improve hiring outcomes and reduce time-to-fill across the portfolio.
Ensure Operational Excellence
Implement systems and tools to deliver platform support efficiently across a high-volume portfolio.
Track engagement company progress and founder feedback to identify trends risks and opportunities across the portfolio.
Provide structured insights that support investment decision-making portfolio strategy and reporting to internal stakeholders.
Requirements
Completed Bachelors degree
8 years of professional experience in high-growth startups scale-ups or equivalent fast-paced environments
Demonstrated track record in operations strategy senior level talent role or chief-of-stafftype roles with founder-facing accountability
Proven ability to design and execute programs initiatives or processes that support organizational or founder success
Strong understanding of early-stage founder needs and the startup lifecycle
Ability to design scalable programs and resources with measurable outcomes
Excellent relationship management communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Comfort managing shifting priorities and delivering results in fast-paced high-volume environments
Nice to Haves
Experience operating within or closely supporting early-stage venture-backed companies
Strong exposure to early-stage companies and founder communities with a network across North America
Familiarity with venture capital dynamics fundraising processes or portfolio support models
Ability to navigate and leverage the Ontario ecosystem to support portfolio companies
Demonstrated success in community-building partnerships or network development
Experience with CRM community platforms or talent-matching tools to deliver scalable founder support
Applications will close at 12pm EDT on May 11 2026. However we may close the posting earlier if we receive a high volume of qualified applications or if the position is filled before the deadline. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
This posting is for a new vacancy.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada reside in Ontario and be willing to work out of our Toronto office (101 College Street) a minimum of 3 days per week.
Salary Range: $130000 to $150000 up to a 15% discretionary incentive extended healthcare benefits wellness spending account GRRSP matching and paid time-off.
Our Applicant Tracking System BambooHR does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI). From time to time MaRS may use AI in our screening assessment and selection processes.
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