Fundraising Execution Consultant (Pre-Seed / Seed | US-Focused) - Contract to Hire

We are seeking a senior Fundraising Execution Consultant to support and actively manage the execution of a U.S.-focused Seed fundraising process across Education, Healthcare, Health IT, and AI sectors. This is a hands-on consulting role, focused on structuring the round, managing investor outreach workflows, and supporting founder-led fundraising conversations within U.S. market norms. This role does not involve broker-dealer activity, capital custody, or off-platform compensation. Critical Requirements Demonstrated experience working with U.S.-based angels, syndicates, and seed-stage funds Prior involvement in U.S. Seed or Pre-Seed fundraising processes Strong understanding of U.S. investor expectations, pacing, and narrative building Role Definition You will act as an execution-focused fundraising consultant, supporting the founders in structuring and running an efficient Seed round process. Key Responsibilities Support development of a clear and consistent U.S.-market fundraising narrative Assist with investor targeting, prioritization, and outreach strategy Support and coordinate 1:1 investor conversations alongside the founders Help structure momentum through sequencing, follow-ups, and pipeline tracking Provide strategic guidance on round structure, pacing, and process completion readiness What Success Looks Like Well-structured and active U.S.-focused investor pipeline Consistent outreach and follow-up cadence Increased inbound interest driven by process clarity and momentum Founders are well-supported through an efficient Seed fundraising cycle Impact & Authority Level Impact: High (process, speed, and fundraising quality) Role Type: Execution & Strategy Consultant Decision Authority: Advisory and execution support (final decisions remain with founders) Compensation (Upwork-Compliant) Hourly or milestone-based USD compensation via Upwork only Clearly defined scope, deliverables, and reporting cadence No equity, carry, revenue share, or success-fee components To Apply Please include: Summary of your experience supporting U.S.-based Seed fundraising processes Examples of similar consulting or execution roles you have held Your preferred hourly or milestone-based compensation structure Apply tot his job Apply To this Job