Spine Energy Founder's Associate

Our objective is to provide the most affordable and independent energy supply for everyone - even if there is no solar panels yet shining on your roof, a heat pump keeping you cozy, or an electric car ready to charge at your home. How do we achieve this? SPiNE makes energy finally simple: we connect decentralized energy assets into a cyber-secure, intelligent solution that secures the best prices for our customers on the energy market. We are only at the beginning of our journey to becoming Europe’s cybersecure, digital energy backbone. That’s why we’re looking for talented individuals to join us on this path, leave their mark, and celebrate successes together. At SPiNE, you’ll find a highly dynamic work environment, along with the space to grow both personally and professionally, and to make a real impact with your strengths. As the world’s first startup with a cyber-secure energy app store and multiple awards under our belt, we are advancing our mission of making green, affordable energy accessible to everyone. Join us in this success story and help us change the world together As a Founders Associate at SPiNE Energy, you will be pivotal in building the foundations of a fast-growing energy startup. At this early stage, your role will involve a broad spectrum of strategic and operational responsibilities, helping to shape the company's direction from the ground up. You will collaborate directly with the founders and leadership team, working hands-on to drive forward new initiatives, build internal processes, and establish key partnerships. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit who is excited to get involved in the crucial early days (< 20 FTE) of a company with high growth potential. Tasks Key Responsibilities **Strategic Projects & Early-Stage Initiatives**: You will initiate and lead high-impact projects that drive SPiNE’s early-stage growth. Whether optimizing business processes or supporting new product initiatives, your work will shape the future of the company. **Leadership Sparring & Decision Making**: As a direct partner to the leadership team, you will be deeply involved in day-to-day decision-making. You will support strategic thinking and execution on everything from operations to market strategy. **Operational Excellence**: You will optimize and streamline processes across departments, from automation to performance tracking, ensuring we scale with agility and efficiency. **Financial Strategy & Performance Management**:  Through sharp analysis and detailed reporting, you’ll provide insights that steer the company’s financial trajectory, ensuring we not only meet but exceed our strategic financial objectives. **Flexibility & Versatility**: In an early-stage startup, roles can be fluid. You’ll need to be comfortable wearing many hats, from conducting market research to managing supplier relationships. Your ability to pivot and adapt to new challenges is key. **Requirements**: **Profile**: **Entrepreneurial Spirit**: You possess a hands-on mentality, taking initiative and responsibility for projects with mínimal oversight. You enjoy building from the ground up and thrive in dynamic environments. **Analytical Mindset**: With excellent analytical skills, you can break down complex problems and provide clear, data-driven solutions. You bring a structured approach to both strategic and operational challenges. **Proactive & Results-Oriented**: You prioritize effectively (80:20), focusing on what’s most impactful and driving results. You have a keen eye for detail and work with a sense of urgency to meet objectives. **Stakeholder Management**: You are confident in managing multiple stakeholders across different levels, from internal teams to external partners. Your communication skills ensure alignment and clarity in all interactions. **Previous Experience**: 0-2 years of experience in fast-paced, high-performance environments, such as consulting, investment banking, or high-growth startups. Prior exposure to the energy sector or sustainability-focused companies is a plus. Others Enroled student, close to degreeing. Fluency in both German and English. Willingness to frequently work on site in our office in Munich. **Benefits**: What We Offer Work at the world’s first startup with a cyber-secure energy app store and actively shape the energy transition. We don’t fit every startup cliché—but our modern office at Munich’s Marienplatz offers everything you could wish for, with all the amenities right at your doorstep. The energy transition takes teamwork—at SPiNE Energy, you’ll experience legendary team spirit and unforgettable team events. No progress without mistakes—we embrace a strong feedback culture and grow through your input. The sun shines worldwide—at SPiNE Energy, you’ll join a highly motivated and diverse team with colleagues from various nationalities. Your kick-start at SPiNE Energy—on your onboarding day, you’ll get to know the company, your team members, a