Founders Associate
1 week ago
Hired through Project Y for a Founders Associate | Remote, Cape Town or Johannesburg based
Ready to work side-by-side with a German-based founders at the heart of a fast-growing dynamic legal tech start-up?
This is your chance to be part of the success of a rising tech company that is founded to change the status quo in legal tech.
About the Opportunity
Your Future Impact
As the Assistant to the two founders Founder, you will work closely with Felix and Alex and gain exposure to high-level strategic projects. You will progressively apply your skills in project management, analysis, and executive support while playing a key role in driving the firm's growth.
You will:
Work directly with the Founders and become their "second brain"
Take charge of internal administrative processes.
Lead internal expense and accounting activities.
Support business-building activities, including network event organization, senior stakeholder engagements, travel and day-to-day organisations around the founders
This is a rare opportunity to gain exposure to investors, C-suite teams, and executive-level decision-making while shaping the early growth trajectory of a high-performing firm.
What You Can Expect
The firm is committed to investing in your growth and fostering an environment that values excellence, positive energy, ownership, and impact.
Room for Development – this company is growing and so can you. Your role starts as an assistant and is open to develop into any direction depending on your commitment and interests.
Anything but boring routines - every day of your work will be different. While main tasks remain the same, you will experience and learn something new every day in an international, growing and inspiring environment.
Career Autonomy – Have your voice heard Ability over bureaucracy is valued, proactivity and performance will be recognized, and your career trajectory will be based on your contributions.
Remuneration:
R25,000.00 – R30, based on experience and fit)
Who We Are Looking For
We seek an exceptionally driven, reliable, and entrepreneurial professional with:
A stellar character, exuding positive energy, and a desire to bring this company with their strong organisational talent and ideas forward.
A proven track record that illustrates you are the best for the job.
Proven ability to work autonomously, highly structured and proactive
Savviness in working with new organisation and communication tools the company uses.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
A mindset with curiosity about how strategic initiatives drive performance.
Fluency in English and German is a plus.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-expectation, high-autonomy environment and is eager to contribute meaningfully to the firm's growth and impact.
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