Founders Associate Milano

Founders Associate
Milano
Lombardia, Milano

Who we are**:

At TrueLayer, we're creating a payments network that better connects banks, businesses and everybody.

And we're going big.

We're taking on cards with a payment method that's actually designed for the online, on-demand world we live in.

Removing friction from the most crucial part of commerce: the payment.

To date, we've raised $270 million from world-renowned investors including Stripe, Tiger Global, Addition and Tencent.

We've got offices in London, Milan and Dublin.

And we're trusted by industry leaders like Coinbase, Revolut and William Hillthough we're not stopping here.

We're on a mission to change the way the world pays, invests, shops and saves.

To transform how people approach payments.

To build a brand that redefines an entire industry — and we'd like your help to get us there.

So what do you say?

**Description**:

In the role of Founder's Associate, your collaboration with the co-founder & CEO will be integral in steering strategic projects toward desired outcomes, contributing to the sustained progress of TrueLayer.

You will assist in handling high-priority projects and tasks, provide insights and recommendations, and assist in preparing high-quality reports, papers, and presentations.

This role is ideal for a versatile and ambitious generalist who is adept at handling a variety of responsibilities and can serve as a strategic support to the CEO.

**What we expect from you as a Founders Associate**:

- Work closely with the CEO and executives to develop strategic initiatives and implement the company's vision for growth and expansion in the global A2A payments space.

- Act as a thought partner and sounding board for the CEO, providing insights and recommendations based on thorough data analysis and research.

- Handle high-priority projects and tasks as set by the CEO, ensuring timely and effective execution.

- Assist the CEO in preparing well-produced reports, presentations, and papers that effectively communicate strategic insights and recommendations.

- Manage and mobilise TrueLayer's advisory board, facilitating productive meetings and relationships with relevant stakeholders and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.

- Partner with the CEO on go-to-market (GTM) strategies, bridging gaps and ensuring alignment with the overall strategic vision.

- Enable the CEO to be the best version of themselves by providing support and assistance in various capacities.

**About you**:

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to approach problems with the right data and provide actionable insights.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports and papers.

- Hacker mentality, get job done approach, and versatile generalist capable of handling a wide range of responsibilities and adapting to changing priorities.

- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

- Ability to work efficiently and take initiative while also being a collaborative partner.

- Comprehensive interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and ensure accountability with key stakeholders.

- Proven ability to handle high-priority tasks and projects with professionalism and efficiency.

- Strategic mindset, understanding the bigger picture and alignment with company goals.

- Comfortable challenging leadership and assumptions, providing valuable insights.

- High level of emotional intelligence (EQ) for effective collaboration and relationship building.

- Thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments and adapt to changing priorities.

**Don't meet all the requirements?

**Benefits**:

**What you can expect from us.

Competitive salary and meaningful equity in the company

- Flexible hours and hybrid working - we offer a hybrid approach to work of 3 days per week remote working and 2 days per week in our new offices in London Milan and Dublin A one-off contribution of €200 to help you set up your home office

- Flexible holiday policy, with 24 days as standard ? ? 2 volunteering days to support causes important to you Generous parental leave, above and beyond statutory requirements and with no minimum tenure ? ?

- Meal vouchers for every day you're working, including while remote (IT Roles Only) Budget to spend on learning & development each year 12 fully-paid wellbeing days a year and your birthday off (on top of the holiday allowance) Membership of mental wellbeing platform Spill

- We will always aim to make appropriate adjustments to ensure we are fully inclusive to people with different needs during our interview process.

So if you need us to make any adjustments to suit your individual needs please let us know - we'll be happy to support you.