Founder's Associate

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK social enterprise as a Founder's Associate, supporting the growth of a business focused on sustainability. This multifaceted role includes proposal writing, client relationship management, and preparing environmental reports, offering an exceptional opportunity to influence the future of business sustainability while working in a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Four-day work week offering a great work-life balance

Competitive compensation package

Remote working opportunity providing flexibility

Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field involving critical thinking and communication.
• Over two years of professional experience.
• Keen interest in sustainability and climate change.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client inquiries promptly and effectively.
• Prepare and review detailed GHG emissions reports.
• Collaborate with the technical team to support carbon footprint calculations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interest in sustainability

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Business, Sustainability, Social Sciences, or Humanities

Job description

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• Multifaceted role working closely with the founders on growing the business.
• Purpose led - working to help the planet and society’s future.
• Opportunity to shape the growth trajectory of a rapidly evolving business.
• Exposure to diverse tasks with significant responsibilities from day one.
• Competitive compensation package and growth opportunities within the company.
• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Four-day work week offering a great work-life balance.
• Remote working opportunity providing flexibility.

About Us: C Free is a tech-enabled carbon footprint calculation service dedicated to helping businesses measure their greenhouse gas emissions and develop actionable net zero strategies. We empower organisations to understand their environmental impact and support their transition towards sustainability through accurate measurement, strategic planning, and innovative technological solutions.

Role Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, Founder's Associate to support our founding team across a range of critical tasks. This multifaceted role will involve writing compelling proposals, managing client agreements, ensuring prompt and professional email communication, attending industry events, preparing comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reports, and preparing client facing presentations/ documents.

Responsibilities:

• Respond promptly and effectively to client and partner enquiries via email.
• Attend industry conferences, networking events, and client meetings to represent our brand and build professional relationships.
• Prepare and review detailed GHG emissions reports, ensuring accuracy and high standards.
• Generate emissions reduction strategies for clients and advise clients on reduction techniques.
• Generate and advise clients on Net Zero strategies.
• Monitor the sustainability space generally to keep on top trends and latest developments in the field.
• Draft and edit clear, persuasive client facing documents and presentations.
• Manage client agreements, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timeliness.
• Collaborate closely with our technical team to support carbon footprint calculations.
• Provide general operational support to the founders as required.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Degree in a field that involves critical thinking and written communication, such as Environmental Science, Business, Sustainability, Social Sciences, or Humanities.
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritise effectively.
• A keen interest in sustainability, climate change, and carbon footprint management.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced startup environment.
• Over two years professional experience.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience or internships in sustainability, consulting, or related sectors.
• Familiarity with carbon accounting standards (GHG Protocol, ISO 14064-1, SECR, TCFD, etc.).
• Passion for AI or automation solutions in a business context.

Application Process:

• Apply through LinkedIn
• Successful applicants will be asked to record a 5 minute video about yourself and interest in the role (we will will get in touch with some short questions)
• Successful applicants will be invited to a 15 minute introductory call
• Next stage 45-60 mins assessment activity
• Final stage 45-60 mins interview

Join our dedicated team, where your contributions will significantly impact our clients’ sustainable growth journey and the broader environment. If you are driven, detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and are eager to both learn and self-educate, we welcome your application.