Entrepreneur in Residence
Prosus Group
Who We Are
At Prosus, we improve everyday life for billions across the globe through cutting-edge technology. As a leading global consumer internet group and one of the world's largest technology operators, we nurture and support industry-leading businesses that empower individuals and enrich communities. Guided by our core values, Innovation, Results, People, Impact, and Entrepreneurship, we push boundaries, encourage collaboration, and create an environment where diversity and inclusion thrive. We value curiosity, ownership, and resilience. We hire people who take initiative, embrace change, and bring fresh perspectives to everything they do.
We are proud to lead the charge in AI innovation, making significant strides in this transformative field. With operations in over 100 countries, our extensive global portfolio includes over 90 companies. We drive progress in sectors such as online classifieds, food delivery, payments & fintech, and e-commerce , consistently pushing the boundaries of technology. Our brands, like iFood, Just Eat Takeaway, OLX, PayU, EMAG, and Takealot, are changing the way people live and work.
The Opportunity
Join Prosus as an Entrepreneur in Residence and leverage your hard-earned entrepreneurial expertise to shape the future of technology across global markets. This isn't a typical corporate role—it's a dynamic position designed for successful founders who want to multiply their impact by working at the intersection of entrepreneurship, venture investment, and strategic growth.
Why this role matters:
You'll be a critical bridge between our investment teams and portfolio companies, bringing authentic founder-to-founder insights that only someone who has built, scaled, and navigated the startup journey can provide. Your fingerprints will be on deal evaluation, portfolio value creation, new venture incubation, and strategic initiatives that shape our $100B+ portfolio.
What makes this unique:
Unlike traditional EIR roles focused on incubating your next startup, this position offers you the opportunity to operate at global scale—working across diverse markets from Latin America to India, touching multiple sectors from marketplaces to fintech, and collaborating with some of the world's best entrepreneurs and investors. You'll have the freedom to explore, the resources to execute, and the platform to create outsized impact.
Who You Are
You're a proven entrepreneur who has lived the startup journey - from early-stage chaos to scaling success. You've experienced the highs of product-market fit and the lows of near-death experiences. You thrive in ambiguity, move fast, and bring authentic insights that only come from being in the arena.
You're an industry authority with deep sector expertise and pattern recognition that comes from experience. You see market opportunities before they're obvious, understand competitive dynamics intuitively, and bring a network of relationships that create meaningful value.
You're a strategic operator with sharp commercial instincts. You've assessed risk hundreds of times, made tough calls with incomplete information, and executed strategies that resulted in measurable growth. You think like an investor but operate like a founder.
You're a product expert who understands the complete journey from customer insight to market dominance. You've built products customers love, iterated based on data, scaled go-to-market engines, and expanded into new markets successfully.
You're an experienced mentor who finds genuine fulfillment in helping other founders navigate their journeys. Whether it's product-market fit, fundraising strategy, team building, or operational scaling—you've been there, and you're generous with your knowledge.
You're a connected ecosystem player who opens doors. Your network includes fellow founders, investors, key talent, potential partners, and industry leaders. You create value by making the right introductions at the right time.
Above all, you embody The Prosus Way: you're adaptable, you have a growth mindset, and you bring executive presence and communication skills that command respect in the boardroom.
What You Bring
- Founder or Exec-level operator at a high-growth tech company
Scaled a startup through Series A+ with proven results in revenue growth, user acquisition, GMV, market leadership, or successful exit
Deep expertise in fintech, food delivery, marketplaces, payments, SaaS, or consumer internet
Team builder — you've hired, led, and scaled high-performing teams (10+ people)
International operator — experience expanding to or operating in multiple markets
Strategic thinker who quickly assesses opportunities and risks across diverse contexts
Executive communicator — comfortable with C-suite and board audiences
Technical or product management background
Thrives in ambiguity and context-switches across industries with ease
Successful exit, VC/angel investing experience, or startup mentorship track record
Emerging markets experience (LatAm, Asia, Africa, MENA) or multilingual capabilities
Nice to Have:
Your Typical Day
Plot twist: there isn't one.
This role is what you make it. Some days you're advising CEOs, other days you're building new ventures from scratch, and some days you're the person who spots the opportunity everyone else missed. You'll have complete freedom to follow your entrepreneurial instincts wherever they create value—whether that's deal evaluation, portfolio support, market exploration, or incubating your next big idea.
High impact. High autonomy. High variety. Zero predictability.
If you need structure and clear deliverables, this isn't your gig. But if you thrive in ambiguity and trust yourself to find value in the white space—this is your playground.
What We Offer
- Global Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of global commerce.
Growth Opportunities: Expand your expertise through diverse global challenges and unique opportunities.
Innovative Culture: Join a forward-thinking team that values strategic insights and fosters continuous innovation.
Creative Environment: Engage in work that encourages creativity and constant improvement.
Collaborative Atmosphere: Benefit from autonomy and self-management in a supportive and positive workspace.
Hybrid Work: Experience the satisfaction of our flexible model tailored to balance work and life.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary package that reflects your skills and contributions.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a range of benefits including gym reimbursement, health insurance for family members, a fully employer-funded pension, free Dutch lessons, bike plan, discount platform, lunch allowance, free office snacks, access to 300k+ online courses, and full public transport reimbursement with an NS Business Card.
More About Prosus & Our Culture
At Prosus, we’re building businesses that empower communities on a global scale. Guided by our
core values, Innovation, Results, People, Impact, and Entrepreneurship, we push boundaries,
encourage collaboration, and create an environment where diversity and inclusion thrive.
We improve the everyday lives of 2 billion people through the best talent: 30,000 across our owned companies and 200,000 across our group. Our brands, like iFood, OLX, PayU, Stack Overflow, and Tencent, are changing the way people live and work.
Looking ahead, we believe AI has the power to transform lives, solve real-world challenges, and
unlock opportunities on an unparalleled scale. That’s why our mission is clear: to build an AI-first
world that benefits billions.
We value curiosity, ownership, and resilience. We hire people who take initiative, embrace change,
and bring fresh perspectives to everything they do.
For a deeper look at our journey and future plans, explore our latest Annual Report. Stay up to
date with our latest news to see what makes Prosus stand out. Learn more at www.prosus.com.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
We respect the dignity and human rights of individuals and communities wherever we operate in
the world. Building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and can thrive is critical
for us. We provide access to education, which helps everyone understand the important role they
play and the positive impact they can have.