Founders Associate / Staff Assistant to Chairman

About the Role

This position is based in Central London (office attendance required 5 days a week) reporting directly to the Chairman of a family office. The family office operates in three core areas: developing owned businesses from startup through growth, investing in entrepreneur-led expanding companies, and managing a diverse portfolio of publicly traded global investments. The successful candidate will work closely with the founder and the small family office team, engaging in a blend of administrative, organizational, and research activities focused on business and market intelligence. The role demands intellectual curiosity, excellent organizational skills, and strong commercial understanding.

Key Responsibilities

• Enhance the efficiency and functionality of digital data storage and retrieval systems.
• Streamline information workflows to ensure timely delivery of actionable insights and updates.
• Conduct research and analysis on markets, technologies, and companies to support competitive evaluations and identify pivotal success factors.
• Prepare materials and documentation for Board meetings and other relevant information support.
• Accompany the Chairman to Board meetings and actively engage in follow-up analysis of significant outcomes.
• Monitor selected investments and provide relevant commentary on market conditions and business performance.
• Support the identification and evaluation of new technological advancements aligned with the family office's five investment sectors.

Candidate Profile

• Outgoing, collaborative, and energetic personality.
• Strong intellectual curiosity with a genuine interest in business management and investment.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a positive attitude and confidence to manage new responsibilities independently.
• Excellent organizational capabilities with aptitude for designing and introducing effective work processes.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Technologically savvy, particularly proficient in leveraging AI tools for business and analytical tasks.

Experience & Education

• Graduated from a top-tier university with a minimum grade of high 2:1 or first class.
• Academic background in business management, economics, finance, or related investment disciplines.
• 2 to 3 years of professional experience post-graduation demonstrating transferable administrative and organizational skills.
• Proven expertise in utilizing AI technologies for enhancing business operations and analysis.

Compensation

The salary offered ranges from £45,000 to £55,000 annually, inclusive of potential bonuses.