Founders Associate
Core
Strategic partner to the founding team on market entry, partnerships, go-to-market, and capital allocation decisions.
Role type
Founders Associate (Strategy & Business Development)
Builds
Strategic initiatives, partner relationships, and go-to-market execution for a FinTech company.
Domain
Financial Technology (FinTech)
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic analysis, financial modeling, partnership negotiation, market research, competitive benchmarking, external representation, KPI framework design
Preferred skills
MBA, experience in startups/consulting/banking
Technologies
Financial modeling tools
Responsibilities
Evaluate new markets and structure partnerships; drive go-to-market strategies; build and manage relationships with insurers, banks, and distributors; represent the company at external events; present strategic recommendations to founders; support daily operations and cross-departmental collaboration.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC