Founder Associate

Company Overview:

My client are experts within carbon removal. They ensure the highest quality and reliability in carbon removal through a data-driven approach, supporting suppliers with project assistance and financing to transform their projects into certified carbon credits. Corporate buyers gain access to top-tier carbon removal credits with full transparency via my client and collaborate with global climate leaders.

Role Overview:

As a Founder Associate, you will support the CEO, in maximising their impact on the company and stakeholders. Your analytical skills, open-mindedness, and attention to detail will be crucial in optimising their activities. You will streamline decision-making processes, ensure implementation, and connect various work streams while maintaining focus on organisational priorities. You will also work closely with the COO.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic guidance and insights to the CEO and COO.
• Conduct research and analysis for data-driven decision-making.
• Support the CEO with key stakeholder accounts.
• Oversee projects from start to finish.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.
• Monitor project timelines and budgets.
• Assist with the quarterly OKR process.
• Manage and prioritise the CEO’s schedule.
• Coordinate travel itineraries and prepare comprehensive travel plans.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and reports.
• Take meeting minutes and follow up on action items.
• Handle correspondence and ensure timely responses.
• Draft and proofread documents and presentations.

Knowledge, Experience & Skills:

• Perseverance, assertiveness, and a supportive attitude.
• Self-awareness and eagerness to learn.
• 2+ years in a similar role in a startup, management consulting, or high-growth environment.
• Ability to bring structure to uncertainty, fostering creativity and results.
• Affinity for numbers and data (proficiency with spreadsheets).
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proximity to Freiburg.
• Fluent in German and English.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Up to €70,000 base salary.
• Impactful role in the emerging carbon removal industry.
• Small, rapidly growing international team with a climate-focused mission.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid working arrangement: office twice per week.
• 30 days paid leave plus bank holidays.
• Sports benefits.
• nilo.health (Mental Health & Wellbeing support).
• Financial support for childcare.