Head of Corporate Development - Madison, WI

Position Summary · Realta Fusion is seeking a Head of Corporate Development to work closely with the CEO on the company's fundraising and capitalization strategy and to manage investor relations. This role is critical to supporting Realta Fusion's growth as we advance innovative ...

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Position Summary

Realta Fusion is seeking a Head of Corporate Development to work closely with the CEO on the company's fundraising and capitalization strategy and to manage investor relations. This role is critical to supporting Realta Fusion's growth as we advance innovative fusion energy technology toward commercialization.

The Head of Corporate Development will play a central role in shaping and executing capital-raising initiatives, cultivating relationships with current and prospective investors, and communicating the company's vision, progress, and financial strategy to the investment community.

Company Overview

Realta Fusion is a rapidly growing start-up developing compact magnetic mirror fusion energy systems to address the biggest challenge of our time – tackling global climate change while ensuring a sufficient energy supply for at least ten billion people on (and off) earth. We are building a team with diverse talents dedicated to making fusion energy a real solution to humanity's most pressing problem.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Capitalization

• Partner with the CEO to develop and execute fundraising strategies across multiple capital sources,       including venture capital, strategic investors, government programs, and other non-dilutive funding.
• Lead preparation for fundraising efforts, including pitch materials, data rooms, financial narratives, and due diligence processes.
• Support negotiations related to financing transactions, term sheets, and investment structures.
• Track and analyze market trends, investor sentiment, and comparable financings to inform capitalization strategy. 

Investor Relations

• Serve as a key point of contact for existing and prospective investors.
• Represent Realta at key industry events when the CEO is not available; present or speak on panels at conferences.
• Manage ongoing investor communications, including updates, presentations, and reporting.
• Coordinate investor meetings, site visits, and technical briefings in collaboration with the CEO and leadership team.
• Ensure consistent, accurate, and compelling messaging around company milestones, strategy, and performance.

Strategic & Corporate Development Support

• Support corporate strategy initiatives related to growth, partnerships, and long-term financial planning.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and technical teams to align fundraising efforts with company objectives.
• Assist with board materials, investor presentations, and strategic planning discussions.
• Help build scalable internal processes for investor relations and corporate development activities.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, finance, business, economics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in venture capital-backed start-ups, venture capital, private equity, or a related role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading fundraising efforts for technology or growth-stage companies.
• Strong understanding of capitalization structures, term sheets, and investor expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and financial concepts for diverse audiences.

Preferred

• Experience in deep tech, energy, climate tech, or advanced science-based startups.
• Prior experience working directly with founders or executive leadership.
• MBA or advanced degree.
• Familiarity with government or non-dilutive funding mechanisms.

Additional Information

• Highly collaborative and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution skills.
• Polished, credible presence with investors and external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented while able to maintain a big-picture perspective.
• High integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.

Compensation & Benefits

What we are working on is hard… and hugely important. Realta Fusion is assembling a talented team bound together by a passion to solve humanity's biggest challenge with first-of-a-kind technology. Additionally, Realta offers:

• Competitive compensation package, including equity stock options
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401(k)
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance
• Work and live in Madison, Wisconsin — one of America's most livable and vibrant cities

We value diversity as a critical factor in innovation and believe a diverse team is necessary to solve the toughest problems. We aim to create an inclusive environment that unleashes the full creativity of our team members from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.