Founders Associate

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Carbon Thirteen Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

Carbon13 builds and backs ventures addressing Earth's critical life support systems. Initially this means tackling the most urgent problem of our time – climate change.

We help build new ventures that safeguard Earth, and their first hire is often a Founders Associate.  So to help them scale as effectively as possible, Carbon13 are creating a network of passionate and skilled candidates who would want to be an early employee in these exciting startups.

Our portfolio don't always have Founders Associate roles open — but when new portfolio startups launch, this is often the first hire we look for. By registering your interest, you'll be at the front of the line when opportunities arise.

The Role:

As a Founders Associate, typically you'll work side-by-side with the founding team to:

  • Drive operations and keep the business moving day to day
  • Support fundraising (pitch decks, models, investor engagement)
  • Contribute to sales, marketing, and partnerships
  • Take on whatever is needed to help the startup succeed

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, has entreprenuerial spirit, wants to build a career in climate-tech, and is excited to wear many hats as a startup grows.

What our Portfolio will look for:

  • Passion for climate and startups
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
  • Interest or experience in operations, fundraising, marketing, or business development
  • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity

Why Register?

  • Be the first to hear when new Founders Associate roles go live
  • Gain early exposure to climate-tech startups at their most exciting stage
  • Build your network in the Carbon13 ecosystem


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