
Strategy & Operations Associate
- Cambridge
- £45,000-75,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- A degree in Chemistry or a closely related STEM discipline from a leading university
- Ideally, experience of working in a top-tier management consultancy
- A keen interest in innovation, start-ups, and scientific problem-solving
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment, juggling multiple responsibilities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- High attention to detail and organisational skills
- A proactive, self-starter mentality, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Must be based in, or willing to relocate to, Cambridge for an in-person role
- Work closely with the founders to develop and execute company strategy
- Support product development initiatives through market research and competitor analysis
- Lead and manage various operational projects critical to scaling the company
- Write and manage grant applications and funding proposals
- Coordinate marketing campaigns, including digital content creation and campaign analytics
- Act as a key liaison between different departments, ensuring smooth operations and alignment on business goals
- Support investor relations with pitch deck preparation and reporting metrics
- Contribute to business development activities, including client and partner engagement
- Identify and implement process improvements to optimise company operations
- Direct exposure to founders and leadership, working in a strategic role with high-impact projects
- A unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering AI technology shaping the future of chemistry
- The chance to wear multiple hats - strategy, operations, product, marketing - and develop as a true generalist
- Learning and development in a fast-paced start-up environment with significant growth potential
- Being part of a mission-driven company at the forefront of scientific innovation
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