Founders Associate
Huzzle is seeking an analytical and proactive Founder's Associate to work directly with the CEO, driving strategic projects, operational systems, and business growth across multiple ventures.
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South Africa (remote)
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About Huzzle
At Huzzle, we connect high-performing professionals with global companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include startups, digital agencies, and tech platforms in industries like SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, and EdTech. We match top talent to full-time remote roles where they’re hired directly into client teams and provided ongoing support by Huzzle.
Role TypeFull-time
EngagementIndependent Contractor
Job Summary
We’re looking for a highly organized, analytical, and proactive Founder’s Associate to work directly with the CEO and help drive execution across multiple companies.
In this role, you will act as a strategic operator and execution partner , translating high-level ideas into structured plans, systems, and results. You’ll manage cross-company projects, implement operational processes, build internal dashboards and documentation, and help remove operational bottlenecks so the founder and teams can focus on growth.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Project Execution
Drive execution of high-priority initiatives across real estate, hospitality, and SaaS ventures.
Translate high-level strategic ideas from the founder into clear plans, timelines, and deliverables .
Own projects end-to-end, ensuring successful implementation and measurable outcomes.
Help accelerate
execution velocity across multiple business initiatives.
Operations & Systems Development
Design and implement scalable operational systems, SOPs, and playbooks .
Build and maintain a
centralized operations hub and knowledge base .
Identify inefficiencies and improve workflows through automation and process optimization .
Implement systems that allow the companies to scale efficiently.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Coordinate projects between internal teams, contractors, vendors, developers, and partners .
Ensure initiatives remain aligned across different business units.
Track project timelines, progress, and deliverables to maintain execution momentum.
Data, Reporting & Insights
Build dashboards and reporting systems to track business performance and operational metrics .
Organize operational data across ventures and surface actionable insights.
Support strategic decision-making through
research, analytics, and reporting .
Growth & Opportunity Development
Conduct market research and competitive analysis across real estate, hospitality, and SaaS sectors .
Identify potential
growth opportunities, partnerships, and new product initiatives .
Assist with launching and scaling new ventures and initiatives.
Founder Support
Act as a trusted operational partner to the CEO .
Manage priorities, coordinate projects, and ensure consistent follow-through.
Take ownership of complex tasks requiring
judgment, initiative, and problem-solving .
Increase founder leverage by removing operational bottlenecks.
Core Qualifications
Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills.
Exceptional organization and project management abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in
fast-paced startup environments with shifting priorities.
Self-starter mindset with a proactive approach to solving problems.
Ability to manage
multiple initiatives simultaneously .
Professional Experience
Background in consulting, startup operations, strategy, or venture-backed companies is highly preferred.
Experience building
SOPs, operational systems, or documentation frameworks .
Strong understanding of
business operations, project management, and scaling processes .
Tools & Technology
Experience using AI tools for productivity and automation .
Familiarity with
CRM platforms (e.g., HubSpot, GoHighLevel)
Google Workspace
Notion or documentation systems
Slack
Automation tools such as Zapier or n8n
Preferred Experience
Experience in real estate, hospitality, or short-term rental operations .
Familiarity with STR tools such as
Guesty, Conduit, Breezeway, or SuiteOp .
Bilingual
English / Spanish is a plus.
Experience working with
high-growth startups or founder-led companie
💻 Fully Remote: Work from anywhere with international teams
🚀 Career Growth: Join companies in SaaS, MarTech, and B2B services
🤝 Peer Community: Connect with high-performing sales professionals in our network
🧭 Ongoing Support: Receive guidance from Huzzle before and after placement
💰 Tailored Compensation: Salaries vary by client and candidate preference — we’ll match you with options that fit your goals
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