Founder Associate ( Berlin )
Apply now for the Founder Associate role at Unosecur in Berlin. Work directly with the founder of a cutting-edge identity security startup and shape the future of cybersecurity. Fluency in German and English required.
Location: Berlin, Germany | Employment Type: Full-time, Hybrid
We are looking for a driven and entrepreneurial Founder Associate to work directly alongside the founder of Unosecur. This unique role offers an inside look at how a fast-growing cybersecurity startup operates, from strategy to execution. As the first-line associate to the founding team, you’ll be involved in shaping company direction, scaling operations, and executing key initiatives across various functions.
WHY JOIN US
At Unosecur, you’ll join a fast-growing identity security startup based in Berlin, Europe’s innovation capital, while working in a diverse, multinational environment. Continuous excellence in this role offers a chance to build a global career, gain exposure to European work culture, and collaborate with forward-thinking minds across borders. With cybersecurity and identity protection becoming mission-critical across industries, you’ll be entering one of tech’s most dynamic and future-proof sectors.
THE IDEAL MINDSET
To thrive here, you’ll need an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong sense of ownership. We value self-starters who embrace ambiguity, learn fast, and stay curious about emerging technologies. The ideal candidate is adaptable, proactive, and collaborative, with the resilience to handle challenges and the optimism to turn them into opportunities. If you’re ready to help shape the future of identity security, we want to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic initiatives: Work closely with the founder to drive business strategy, special projects, and high-priority initiatives across departments.
Cross-functional support: Collaborate with HR, finance, marketing, and partnerships teams to ensure seamless execution of operations.
Market research: Conduct in-depth research and competitive analysis to guide strategic decision-making and new business opportunities.
Process building: Create and optimize internal processes, tools, and systems that scale with company growth.
Operational excellence: Take ownership of daily business operations and ensure the team is supported with the tools and coordination they need to thrive.
Proactive problem-solving: Identify opportunities for improvement and work independently to implement solutions that boost performance and efficiency.
REQUIREMENTS
Interest in tech: Deep curiosity about cybersecurity, cloud, and AI technologies, with a desire to build in this space.
Experience: Prior experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments; startup experience is a plus.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and German.
Mindset: Entrepreneurial, action-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.
Collaboration: Able to work both independently and as part of a small, distributed, and dynamic team.
Adaptability: Resourceful and capable of managing multiple tasks across various business functions.
NICE TO HAVE
Experience supporting founders or executive leadership at early-stage startups. Familiarity with startup operations tools (e.g., Notion, Slack, Asana, HubSpot, Google Workspace). Interest in or background in business strategy, product, or venture development.
If you’re excited about helping build something extraordinary at the intersection of cyber and cloud security, we’d love to hear from you.