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Founders Associate

Location: London/Bristol (3 days a week in-office)

About Gendo

Gendo is a revolutionary, browser-based AI platform designed to empower architects and designers to generate accurate, high-quality visual representations of their designs in seconds, not days - a huge improvement on existing workflows.

Within 18 months of founding we built an alpha product, beta product and, in summer of this year, launched our early-access product publicly. Today this product has thousands of users across many organisations, generating tens of thousands of images.

We pride ourselves on being a lean, focussed and efficient team formed of highly talented individuals. This, and our product driven mantra, led to us securing both substantial pre-seed-stage and seed-stage funding from renowned investors within the space, enabling us to expand our team and deliver on our ambitious vision.

What we value

At Gendo, design is at the core of our mission— both in the design of our products and also through its power to elevate creative expression, pushing the boundaries of architectural possibilities.

Driven by the power of collaboration, we have refined our technology in partnership with renowned firms such as Zaha Hadid Architects, Benoy, KPF, and David Chipperfield Architects, and of course within the Gendo team itself.

We take an exploratory approach to work, continuously innovating and seeking new ways to enhance the design process for our users and leveraging cutting edge technology.

Our ambition is big, we’re building a passionate, dedicated, world class team to transform the future of architecture and design, making cutting-edge tools accessible and enabling users to bring their boldest ideas to life with speed and precision.

Role Overview:

As the Founder’s Associate, you will be a strategic right-hand to the founders, gaining exposure to all aspects of the business. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with senior leadership, take on diverse challenges assisting in all aspects of the business, and contribute to the rapid scaling of a high-growth startup. You will be involved in strategic projects, operational management, and will have a direct impact on Gendo’s growth and success.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Support: Assist the founders with the development and execution of strategic initiatives, including market research, business planning, and competitive analysis.
Project Management: Assist in high-priority projects across different departments, ensuring alignment with the company’s goals and delivering results in a timely manner.
Operational Efficiency: Identify and implement process improvements across the organisation to optimise efficiency and productivity as we scale.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams such as product, marketing, engineering, and finance to support interdepartmental projects and drive cross-functional alignment.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyse business metrics, prepare reports, and provide insights to support data-driven decision-making for the leadership team.
Fundraising & Investor Relations: Support the founders in fundraising efforts, including preparing pitch decks, financial models, and managing investor communications.
Ad-Hoc Responsibilities: Take on additional tasks and projects as needed to support the founders and the overall growth of Gendo.

Requirements

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of handling complex projects and delivering results.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, self-starter attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively.
Passion for technology and design, evidenced in a professional or personal capacity

It would be a bonus for you to have:

Experience utilising GenAI platforms such as Midjourney, ChatGPT, Stable Diffusion etc.
(Extra bonus!) Experience or familiarity with CAD or 3D modelling software (e.g. Blender, 3DS Max)
Experience in content creation, copywriting, and social media management.
Prior experience in consulting, investment banking, startups, or similar high-performance environments is highly desirable. Or;
Experience within design fields with an understanding of our customers and use case.
High level of proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, Google Sheets) and familiarity with business software (CRM, project management tools, etc.).

Why Join Gendo?

Be a key player in driving the growth of a groundbreaking AI platform that is reshaping the architecture and design industry.
Collaborate with leading architects and designers from top firms like Zaha Hadid Architects and David Chipperfield Architects.
Hybrid work environment with the flexibility to be based in either our Bristol or London office, allowing you to balance work and life effectively.
Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your ideas and initiatives are valued.
Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives and equity options.

What We Offer

This is a full time position, during which you’ll spend 3 days a week in either our London or Bristol office, and 2 days a week working remotely from home (in the UK).

Stock options; we firmly believe that you should share our future successes with ownership in the company.
25 days holiday, plus a day off during your birthday week.
Private medical, dental and vision insurance.
Flexible well-being allowance (e.g. gym membership)
Frequent company socials and events

Interview Process

Application
1. We’ll review your application to see whether your skills and experience align with our needs
Introduction Call - 45 minute video call
1. Our goal is to understand your motivations to join Gendo, learn why you’d be a great fit as well as answer any questions about us.
Take Home Task & Interview - 60/90 minute in person interview
1. We’ll share some tasks to understand how you’d approach the role and related scenarios
2. Then there will be an interview to unpack that exercise along with questions around your previous experience and background, leaving time for any questions from you.
Founder Interview - 45 minute video call
1. This is a final chat to meet both founders and understand team fit better.
Offer