Advisor

Job Description : Advisor – Fundraising & Growth

Company : Aupulent Jewellery (Onecarat OPC Pvt. Ltd.)

Location : Chandigarh (with flexibility for remote engagement + travel for investor meetings)

Compensation : ₹20,000 / month (retainer) + 0.5% ESOPs + 1% success fee on funds raised

Timeline : Must achieve fundraising goals within 6 months of engagement.

About Us

Aupulent Jewellery is India’s first emotion-driven fine jewellery brand , specializing in lab-grown diamonds . Backed by a five-generation legacy under Nikka Mal Jewellers , Aupulent is redefining luxury jewellery for the modern consumer.

Currently, Aupulent operates as a kiosk inside our Chandigarh flagship store along with a growing e-commerce presence . Our vision is to expand locally and nationally , building India’s most trusted lab-grown diamond brand.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Advisor who will play a critical role in driving Aupulent’s next phase of growth . The primary responsibility of this role will be fundraising – engaging with angel investors, family offices, and venture capital firms to secure funding for scaling operations, marketing, and expansion.

This is a mission-critical role and requires a professional with a proven track record in raising funds for D2C brands and experience in scaling early-stage consumer businesses into high-growth companies.

The Advisor will be expected to achieve fundraising targets within 6 months of appointment, while also actively contributing towards strategic growth of the brand .

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute fundraising strategy for Aupulent Jewellery.

Actively engage, pitch, and network with angel investors, family offices, and venture capitalists .

Leverage personal networks and industry connections to secure investor meetings.

Prepare and refine investor presentations, pitch decks, and financial projections .

Negotiate terms and ensure smooth closure of investment rounds.

Work closely with the founder on a daily basis to guide strategic direction and accelerate growth.

Help grow the brand nationally and locally by providing guidance on scaling, marketing, and expansion.

Provide strategic inputs on D2C brand building, market positioning, and scaling operations .

Requirements

Proven track record of successfully raising funds (Rs. 1 Crore & above) from angel investors and / or venture capital firms (mandatory).

7+ years of experience in D2C, consumer brands, investment, or startup advisory roles .

Strong network within the investor ecosystem.

Excellent negotiation, pitching, and relationship management skills.

Strategic thinker with hands-on experience in scaling early-stage brands.

Ability to dedicate consistent engagement (daily / weekly with founder) to push growth targets.

Willingness and ability to deliver fundraising success within 6 months .

Compensation Structure

₹20,000 / month (retainer).

0.5% ESOPs in Onecarat OPC Pvt. Ltd. (vesting terms to be discussed).

1% success fee on total funds raised and transferred to the company.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of the lab-grown diamond revolution in India , a sector that is poised for exponential growth. By joining Aupulent Jewellery, you will not only help shape a brand but also play a transformative role in building a category leader in sustainable luxury.