Founders Associate

K42 is building the next-generation commerce platform—making retail programmable and turning real-time transaction data into an entirely new industry. We need a Founder’s Associate to work shoulder-to-shoulder with our founder and make them faster, sharper, and more effective.This is a full-time role with an “always-on” edge—regular hours plus ad-hoc support when deals, flights, or crises pop up. You’ll handle both the personal and professional sides of the founder’s life, from calendar chaos to boardroom prep. Your job: amplify the founder so the company can move at full speed.TasksWhat you’ll doKeep the founder one step ahead: manage schedules, travel, priorities, and personal logistics without being askedPlan and join international travel, investor meetings, and partner eventsHandle confidential information with total discretion and sound judgementJump into side projects—research, competitor deep dives, market mapping—where quick thinking and independence countSmooth out daily friction so the founder can focus on building the businessRequirementsWhat you bringOrganised, fast, and unflappable—you close loops without chasingIndependent thinker who spots issues before they land and acts without waiting for instructionsHigh trust and strong judgement when dealing with sensitive informationCool under pressure and comfortable around senior executives and investorsAutonomous and comfortable working soloSomeone we genuinely enjoy spending time with—you’re easy to work with and bring a good vibe to intense daysPassport that allows easy travel across UK / EU / US and willingness to be on the moveBenefitsWhat you’ll learnHow an early-stage tech company is built from the inside—fundraising, product decisions, investor dynamics, team growthHow high-stakes negotiations and partnerships really happenHow to run operations across multiple countries and time zonesFirst-hand exposure to the networks and decision-making of top-tier investors, retailers, and fintech playersWhy it mattersYou’ll be the founder’s force multiplier—the reason they can run faster and take bigger swings. If you’re sharp, resourceful, and want a front-row seat to the chaos and thrill of building a category-defining company, this is it.Join K42 as a Founders Associate! Dive into innovation with us, shape the future, and make a real impact. Ready for the challenge? Let's build something amazing together!