Founder Associate (m/w/d)

TL;DR

We’re hiring a Founder Associate (m/f/d) who’s ready to take ownership fast.
This hybrid role blends Innovation Management with direct support for our COO, Madlen. Expect hands-on startup–corporate projects and a front-row seat to internal operations.

About GlassDollar

GlassDollar connects the world’s biggest corporations with the world’s best startups — fast.
Our Venture Clienting platform and services help innovation teams turn real problems into real Proofs-of-Concept with measurable impact.
We work with global enterprises, hidden champions, and top-tier scaleups. Backed by our global startup database and a human-first approach, we’re building the operating system for corporate innovation.
Join us if you're done with the buzzwords — and ready to build what actually moves the needle.

What we’re looking for

You communicate with clarity
You’re an excellent communicator, fluent in English and German, and use state-of-the-art tools to bring your ideas to life visually.

You take ownership and make things happen
You move fast, find pragmatic solutions, and don’t wait for perfect conditions.

You stay organised
You keep the overview, juggle priorities like a pro, and bring structure into chaos.

You’re curious and driven
You enjoy learning about new technologies and want to understand how Venture Clienting actually works.

You think and act like a founder
You thrive in fast-paced environments, work closely with leadership, and bring a proactive mindset to the table.

👉 Even if you don’t meet every bullet point: if this sounds like you, let’s talk.

What you’ll do

Innovation Management

Run startup PoCs end-to-end: from scouting and scoping to execution
Translate tech talk into real business outcomes
Identify the best-fit startup solutions for real corporate needs
Act as a connector between corporates and startups—ensuring clarity, alignment, and results

COO Support / Founder Associate Responsibilities

Support Madlen (our COO) with daily tasks—calendar, travel, emails
Create engaging content/assets for customers, LinkedIn or other channels needed
Be a sounding board
Build and own structures/systems for internal teams
Coordinate projects and take ownership of operational tasks
Organise client events
Stay close to everything that drives the company forward

How we hire

Straightforward. Respectful of your time. No mystery steps.

Intro call – quick chat to see if there’s a match
Assessment – a survey to understand your problem-saving, reasoning and other skills
Deep dive – let’s talk through your thinking and experience
Offer – if it clicks, we don’t wait around

What You Get

Compensation & Equity

Top-tier salary for Berlin
Performance bonus that actually rewards performance
Meaningful equity, refreshed annually
Unlimited vacation – seriously

Work from Anywhere

Home, office (with meals), or coworking – your call
Regular offsites – not just team-building fluff
Option to open a hacker house with teammates

Real Impact

Work with the largest corporations and world-class startups
Drive tangible results – not just PowerPoints
Get insider access to how startup–corporate collabs really work