Founder's Associate / Chief of Staff

Generalyst; München; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Generalyst is seeking Founder’s Associates in Munich, Germany. The role involves working directly with company founders on strategic initiatives across various business areas, providing a unique opportunity for career growth into positions like Chief of Staff or startup founder.

Eligibility includes recent graduates, startup experience, and fluency in German. The compensation for a Founder’s Associate ranges from €55,000 to €65,000, with potential equity opportunities.

Qualifications

• High potential recent graduates with experience in startups or leadership roles.
• Fluency in German and proficiency in another EU language are advantageous.
• Permission to work in Germany is required.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the company founder on various strategic initiatives.
• Gain exposure to multiple business areas like operations, marketing, and sales.
• Opportunity to develop into roles such as Chief of Staff or start your own venture.

Skills

Fluency in German (B2 level or higher)

Native knowledge of another EU language

Startup experience

Education

Recent graduate or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview

Founder’s Associates are generalists who work directly with a company’s founder (usually the CEO) on strategic initiatives, marketing, operations, sales, fundraising, and more.

It offers exposure to a variety of business areas and can lead to roles such as Chief of Staff, individual contributor, management positions, or founding a startup.

Eligibility

We look for early‑career generalists who are eager to explore the full scope of startup building.

• High Potential Recent Graduates – recently finished university, ran a side hustle, led a student organization, or completed internships.
• Start‑/Scale‑Up Experience – prior work in a startup and seeking the next career step.
• Consulting / Investment Banking / Private Equity / Venture Capital Experience – high performance background without full accountability.
• Future or Former Founders – individuals who have founded a company or aspire to become a founder.

20% of openings are set aside for high‑potential candidates who do not speak German.

Requirements

• Permission to work in Germany.
• Fluency in German (B2 level or higher).
• Native knowledge of another EU language (Dutch, Spanish, Swedish, French, Italian, Polish) is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

Average salaries range from €55,000–€65,000 for Founder’s Associates and €70,000–€95,000 for Chief of Staff / Country Launcher profiles, with potential equity.

Remote Work

Applicants are expected to work in an office for the majority of the week; remote roles are rarely available.