Founder's Associate (all genders) | ClimateTech

Intro

Carbmee empowers organizations worldwide to systematically measure, manage, and reduce their carbon footprint. Backed by a recent €20M Series A funding from top VCs, we are one of the fastest-growing companies in European tech with offices in Berlin and Munich - proud to be at the forefront of climate innovation. Our platform leverages AI with millions of transactional data points to help enterprise customers tackle their most complex emissions challenges - far beyond compliance.

Your Role & Mission - We are looking for a proactive and entrepreneurial-minded talent to join us as a Founder’s Associate. This is an exceptional opportunity to work directly with Christian Heinrich, Co-Founder of Carbmee, and our senior leadership team, contributing to the business operations, strategic partnerships, and growth initiatives of the company. 

In this role, you will provide key operational support while gaining direct exposure to leadership. You will take on significant responsibility early in your career, with the opportunity to own high-impact projects that directly contribute to the company’s growth and success. We’re looking for someone with high energy, enthusiasm and a hungry mindset, eager to learn and contribute to the company’s evolution.

Sounds exciting? Then apply below and join us on our journey to achieving net-zero!

Your tasks

• Strategic Support & Operations: Collaborate with Christian Heinrich, Co-Founder of Carbmee, to support high-level initiatives, including meeting preparation, follow-ups, and ensuring the efficient execution of key business strategies

• Business Analysis & Reporting: Assist with market research, data analysis, and preparation of impactful documents such as one-pagers and customer value propositions, contributing to overall business strategy and go-to-market efforts

• Partnership Development: Work alongside Dieter Krockauer, VP of Carbon Transformation, to develop and manage strategic partnerships, with a focus on expanding the company’s ecosystem and driving new business opportunities

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a resource across teams, providing insights into business strategy, marketing and sales to support decision-making

• Operational Excellence: Drive improvements in internal processes, support high-priority projects, and ensure operational efficiency across key initiatives

Your profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Economics or a related field

• 2+ years of professional experience in consulting, business development, venture capital, investment banking or a similar field

• A strong analytical mindset, capable of solving complex problems while executing high-priority tasks

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate seamlessly with senior leadership and external partners, and create clear, compelling materials

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to shifting priorities, and take ownership of key projects

• Fluency in German (native or equivalent proficiency) and English with strong verbal and written communication abilities

• Excited to work in an international environment based in our Munich office, contributing to a dynamic and rapidly growing company

Benefits

• Unique & Powerful Mission - join a fast-growing and ambitious tech company that is shaping the future of carbon management and fighting climate change
• Compensation & Rewards - a steep learning curve and ownership from day one. We offer an attractive compensation package including virtual stock options
• Health & Wellbeing - Urban Sports Club subscription to stay healthy & fit.1:1 coaching sessions with Nilohealth for your mental well-being.
• Carbmee Summer Fridays - you get every Friday in August off!
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance - a flexible hybrid or fully remote working culture with a lovely accessible office in Berlin-Mitte or in the center of Munich
• Team Culture - our Transparency, Humility, and Accountability values create a unique and supportive working environment. Be part of a multinational, motivated team that thinks work should be fun!
• Connection & Networking - Summer Offsite, Winter Party, and regular team events. We give you plenty of opportunities to connect with people, strengthen cross-functional relationships, and boost collaboration
• Trust & Transparency - monthly All-Hands Meetings, weekly update newsletters, and Founders Q&As. We keep you informed on current company numbers and goals

Don't feel like you meet all the criteria? We get it: confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. We'll let you in on a little secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. Carbmee is a place where everyone can grow. So however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work on a Monday morning.