About this role
Deine Mission <ul><li>You become an extension of the CEO's judgment: trusted to represent their priorities, take full ownership of strategic projects, and protect their time and focus</li><li>You context-switch constantly – strategy one hour, an operational fire the next – without losing the thread on what matters most company-wide</li><li>You bring calm, structure, and follow-through to a fast-moving environment, turning the CEO's intent into reliably executed outcomes</li></ul> Dein Profil <ul><li>You bring 2–4 years of experience in a fast-paced startup or scale-up environment, consulting, investment banking, or VC – for example as a Strategy Consultant, Management Consultant, Investment Banking Analyst/Associate, VC Analyst/Associate, Founder's Associate, Business Analyst, Business Operations Manager, or Project Manager</li><li>Alternatively, you bring at least 2 years of experience as a Founder, Co-Founder, or Managing Director of your own company – whether it scaled, exited, or taught you hard lessons</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills paired with a proactive, hands-on mindset</li><li>You communicate fluently in both English and German, written and verbal, and can convey complex ideas concisely to different audiences</li><li>You thrive in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and are a self-starter with a high sense of ownership and the ability to work independently</li><li>Genuine interest in contributing to our goal of energy-efficient buildings and a sustainable future</li></ul><br><strong>This role is ideal for you if...<br></strong><ul><li>you enjoy pulling the strings behind the scenes and care more about outcomes than the spotlight</li><li>you want to bring structure to chaos without becoming rigid yourself</li><li>you're looking for a close, eye-level working relationship with a founder/CEO</li><li>you're coming from a role as Founder's Associate, Executive Assistant to the CEO (strategic), Business Operations Manager, or Junior Chief of Staff – and this is your next step</li></ul> Warum wir? Join one of Europe’s fastest growing climate companies, fresh off a €17.5M Series A!<br><br><strong>Our Benefits:</strong><br><ul><li>Competitive compensation package: We will offer you a mix of cash and stock options based on your appetite for upside</li><li>Be part of our core-team, building in a super-hot phase of an early-stage climate-tech startup</li><li>Make an impact at VARM: Shape our culture and the way we work and collaborate together. Nothing is set in stone – you have a direct impact, while we are growing and building together</li><li>Make an impact on the earth: Do you want to make a difference in the fight against climate change? Become part of the solution and actively shape the energy transition</li><li>Onsite first, but hybrid work keeps us flexible: We believe that in-person collaboration is an integral part of working together, but offer flexibility for remote working</li><li>Grow with us: We take your personal development seriously, which includes being mentored and challenged in regular founder feedback sessions</li><li>Start–up culture: We offer you hybrid work, training, team events, and a great office setup in the heart of Kreuzberg</li><li>Discounted fitness programs</li><li>Diversity & Inclusion: We value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds</li></ul>