Founders Associate

Posted:
8/10/2026, 6:57:49 PM

Location(s):
Berlin, Germany

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Finance & Banking

Workplace Type:
On-site

About the Role

Join a fast-scaling, AI-native B2B Go-To-Market agency in Berlin as a Founders Associate. From day one, you'll take on real strategic ownership — building scalable processes, driving automation, and acting as a trusted sparring partner to the founding team. This is a high-impact, generalist role for an ambitious operator who wants to help shape the trajectory of a rapidly growing company in the DACH market.

What You'll Do

  • Own strategic projects end-to-end, independently driving impact while building and scaling operational processes using automation tools such as n8n, Make.com, and Zapier.

  • Take full responsibility for financial planning — budgeting, forecasting, and developing scalable processes for sustainable growth.

  • Identify optimization opportunities and automate workflows using AI tools (e.g. Claude Code) and automation platforms.

  • Build data-driven decision foundations through modern Business Intelligence structures (e.g. Snowflake, Looker Studio).

  • Act as a strategic sparring partner to founders on key business decisions, bringing your own perspective and analytical rigour.

  • Develop and launch new business ideas and Go-to-Market strategies from concept through to execution.

  • Create clarity on complex topics through structured analysis, decision frameworks, and actionable implementation plans.

  • Mentor team members and interns, setting a high standard and fostering a can-do culture.

What We're Looking For

Required:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree completed.

  • 1–3 years of professional experience in a fast-moving environment — startups, management consulting, or venture capital.

  • Hands-on experience building and managing operational processes with AI automation and workflow tools (n8n, Make.com, Zapier, Claude, or similar).

  • Demonstrated experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in a business context.

  • Experience managing and mentoring team members or interns.

  • Ability to develop data-driven insights and build BI structures (Snowflake, Looker Studio, or equivalent).

  • Experience developing and executing Go-to-Market strategies or new business initiatives from concept to launch.

  • Strong analytical skills — able to structure complex problems and produce clear, actionable decision frameworks.

  • Fluent German (C2 or native) and English — both written and spoken. German fluency is a strict requirement.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with AI-native tools and Claude Code for process automation.

  • Background in B2B SaaS or B2B technology companies.

  • Prior experience working directly with founders or in early-stage company environments.

Location & Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid role based in Berlin, Germany. Candidates must be located in or willing to relocate to Berlin. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process. You'll be joining at an early and high-leverage stage, with significant scope for growth and responsibility within a scaling team.

Clera

Website: https://www.getclera.com/

Headquarter Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Employee Count: 1-10

Year Founded: 2025

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Pre-Seed

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