Founders Associate

Cleo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and fast-paced environment where you will work closely with the CEO to tackle mission-critical challenges. This role is perfect for ambitious individuals looking to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing company. You will lead strategic projects, enhance operational excellence, and collaborate across functions to drive large-scale change. With a focus on financial well-being, this position offers unparalleled growth opportunities and the chance to shape the future of the organization. If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in a mission-driven company, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Rapid Growth Opportunities

Impactful Work

Supportive and Inclusive Culture

Mission-Driven Environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years in investment banking or consulting required.
• Strong SQL skills essential; Python experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact initiatives and solve critical challenges.
• Collaborate with teams to drive efficiency and accountability.

Skills

SQL

Python

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Cross-Functional Communication

Education

First-Class STEM Degree

Job description

We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If there’s anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know.

About Cleo

Most people come to Cleo to do work that matters. Every day, we empower people to build a life beyond their next paycheck, building a beloved AI that enables you to forge your own path toward financial well-being.

Backed by some of the most well-known investors in tech, we’ve reached millions of people to support them throughout their financial lives, from their first paycheck to their first home and beyond. We're hitting headlines too. This year, Forbes named us as one of their Next Billion Dollar Startups, and we were crowned the 'Hottest Tech Scaleup' at the Europas.

Backed by top-tier investors, we’ve already helped over 5 million users take control of their finances, with plans to double that number each year. Cleo is a place where every team member makes an outsized impact—and that’s where you come in.

The Role

As a Founder’s Associate, you’ll work directly alongside Barney Hussey-Yeo, our founder & CEO, on Cleo’s most high-impact initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to learn the ins and outs of running a scaling business, tackle mission-critical challenges, and make an immediate impact.

The role is dynamic, fast-paced, and designed for those who thrive on solving complex problems and driving change. As a key member of Cleo’s CEO’s office, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our business and operational strategy while gaining exposure to all areas of the company.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Projects: Identify and lead high-impact initiatives across Cleo, solving critical challenges and driving large-scale change.
• Problem-Solving: Dive into departments and processes that need improvement, quickly identifying pain points and executing solutions.
• Operational Excellence: Track, monitor, and improve department-level performance metrics to drive efficiency and accountability.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with product, business development, and operations teams to align priorities and execute complex initiatives.
• Scaling Best Practices: Build scalable frameworks and models to support Cleo’s rapid growth globally.

What We’re Looking For

This is a role for the ambitious, the exceptional, and the driven. You’ll need to demonstrate:

• Educational Excellence: A first-class STEM degree from a top-tier university is a must.
• High-Caliber Experience: 2+ years in a top-tier investment bank (e.g., J.P. Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley), leading consultancy (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG), or a high-growth startup in a strategy or operations role.
• Technical Skills: Strong SQL skills are essential; experience with Python is a plus.
• Analytical Mastery: A proven track record of designing and maintaining complex models to inform strategic decision-making.
• Problem-Solving Prowess: A solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to tackle ambiguous problems and execute independently.
• Cross-Functional Communication: The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across teams.

Why Join Cleo?

• Rapid Growth Opportunities: Fast-track progression through the organisation, with unparalleled exposure to leadership and strategic decision-making.
• Impact: Be at the heart of Cleo’s transformation, driving change across the business.
• Culture: Work in a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice matters.
• Mission-Driven: Join a team that’s truly making a difference in people’s financial lives.

(We are willing to sponsor and assist with relocation to London for the right candidate.)

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