Founders Associate

About Us

We are building a leading cross-border fintech platform focused on emerging markets to empower families, support local economies, and revolutionize access to financial services globally. Since our inception in 2019, our operations span six continents, facilitating significant remittance corridors including the most underserved. We have leveraged a shift from traditional banks to mobile technology, bringing digital financial solutions to underequipped regions. Our next growth phase centers around expanding our services, including local financial products like cards and new savings and payment features aimed at diaspora communities.

Founded by Harvard graduates and serial entrepreneurs with successful ventures previously acquired, we are backed by premier investors and built by top talent from renowned firms. Our diverse team of over 250 individuals spans 50+ nationalities and languages, driven by core values of ownership, impact, humility, and heart.

Role Summary

We seek an experienced strategic operator to act as Founders Associate, working closely with our Founder and senior leaders. This role takes ownership of critical, cross-functional projects that will shape the company’s future. Responsibilities include developing strategy, managing execution, and directly contributing to the company’s scale at a global pace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategic projects, determine scopes, develop execution plans, and ensure impactful outcomes.
• Collaborate with various departments such as Product, Finance, Operations, and Legal to operationalize strategies.
• Design and refine important business systems and processes.
• Help prioritize and allocate resources for major initiatives alongside executive leadership.
• Utilize data analysis tools including SQL and Excel for informed decision-making.
• Work with product and engineering teams to create internal tools that enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Contribute to refining internal workflows by tracking key performance indicators and maintaining accountability.

Candidate Requirements

• 6 to 10 years of experience in analytical, high-impact roles such as consulting, business operations, or startup environments.
• Demonstrated success in driving initiatives from inception to completion.
• Proficient in data analysis, comfortable using SQL, Excel, and visualization software.
• Excellent communication with strong stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive owner mindset, adept both in detailed execution and big-picture thinking.
• Preference for action orientation and simplifying complex challenges.
• Additional advantages include fluency in languages apart from English and experience in global or emerging markets.

Company Values

• Prioritize positive impact.
• Value teamwork.
• Accept reality and propose solutions.
• Demonstrate perseverance and grit.
• Maintain candid communication.
• Own responsibilities fully.
• Create an energetic, positive work environment.
• Enjoy the unique aspects of work.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to equal opportunities and fostering a diverse workforce. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations during recruitment are available upon request. We recognize that you don't have to meet every qualification perfectly to apply and invite all interested qualified candidates to consider this opportunity.