Founders Associate

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Join a fast-moving AI startup in Zürich as a Founder’s Associate — a high-responsibility, hands‑on role working directly with the founders. You’ll be a generalist problem‑solver, helping us scale product, sales, and operations while getting an inside view of company-building.

• Drive go‑to‑market projects and help bring our software to customers
• Research, apply for, and secure grants and other non‑dilutive funding
• Run market research and deep dives to guide product and strategy
• Lead recruiting efforts and support onboarding of new hires
• Jump into whatever challenge moves the company forward

• You have a semi‑technical background or strong intuition for AI and software
• Strong Excel/Slide skills
• You thrive in dynamic, fast‑changing environments and like solving diverse problems
• You’re curious about startups, AI, and how companies are built
• You take ownership, execute with urgency, and care deeply about results

• Immediate ownership and responsibility from day one 💼
• A tight‑knit team focused on clarity, action, and customer impact 🤝
• Mentorship and direct access to experienced operators 🚀
• A chance to shape one of Europe’s most ambitious AI startups - with flexible, mostly in‑person work in Zürich 🇨🇭

Entry level

Full-time

Business Development and Sales

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals