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Virio

Founders Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Founders Associate Location: San Francisco (in-person, in-office, full-time ONLY) Compensation: $130K-$160K base + cash bonus About Virio Virio is building the next-generation B2B GTM stack. Backed ...

Tavus

Founders Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Founders Associate We're building one of the most ambitious companies in AI. This is not a typical Founders Associate role. It's a high-intensity, high-exposure position working directly with the ...

Bits

Founders Associate - USA

San Francisco, CA

As a Founders Associate, you will work closely with the CEO building the brand new USA AI product and play a key role in shaping the company's vision and strategy. You will have the opportunity to ...

Bits

Founders Associate - USA

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As a Founders Associate, you will work closely with the CEO building the brand new USA AI product and play a key role in shaping the company's vision and strategy. You will have the opportunity to ...

Bits

Founders Associate - USA

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As a Founders Associate, you will work closely with the CEO building the brand new USA AI product and play a key role in shaping the company's vision and strategy. You will have the opportunity to ...

Aurelius Systems

Founders Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

We need a Founder's Associate to work directly alongside our founders and leadership team, owning the systems and coordination that make the whole company move faster. You'll bring structure to ...

Rillet

Founders Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Who We Need Rillet is looking for a Founders' Associate to work directly with the CEO and Chief of Staff. You will be the connective tissue that keeps high-priority work moving - spotting roadblocks ...

Kaizen Stackup

ECVC Associate

Palo Alto, CA

$225K - $300K/yr

... founders, disruptive technologies, and high-growth companies? We're seeking a Midlevel to Senior ECVC Associate to join a fast-growing practice supporting clients from garage-stage startups to ...

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As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for founders associate in California is $19.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.71 and $20.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Founders Associate vs Business Development Associate?

AspectFounders AssociateBusiness Development Associate
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, strong communication, problem-solving skillsBachelor's degree, sales or marketing experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentStartups, fast-paced, close collaboration with foundersCorporate or startup, client-facing, sales-focused
Employer & Industry UsageEarly-stage startups, tech, venture-backed companiesTech, SaaS, consulting, various industries

Founders Associates typically work closely with startup founders, handling diverse tasks from operations to strategy, requiring versatile skills. Business Development Associates focus on sales and client acquisition, often in more structured environments. While both roles require strong communication skills and a bachelor's degree, Founders Associates usually engage in broader responsibilities within startups, whereas Business Development Associates concentrate on growth through sales.

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Founders Associate

Virio

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Founders Associate
Location: San Francisco (in-person, in-office, full-time ONLY)
Compensation: $130K-$160K base + cash bonus
About Virio
Virio is building the next-generation B2B GTM stack.
Backed by investors and operators from LinkedIn, YouTube, HubSpot, Rippling, and Google, we help the fastest-growing B2B companies go to market through executive-led content that drives revenue.
We are now looking for an Founders Associate to support our founders and executive team as we scale.
What You'll Do
  • Own the founders' calendars, inboxes, and communications - triaging, drafting, and following up on their behalf
  • Run meeting logistics end to end - agendas, briefings, and follow-ups for internal and external calls
  • Support the sales process - coordinating outreach, follow-ups, and client communications
  • Handle travel, event, and off-site logistics
  • Manage office operations - keeping the workspace stocked, organized, and running smoothly
  • Own cross-functional task tracking and keep internal projects moving
  • Build systems that eliminate recurring friction and reduce founder overhead

What Makes You a Great Fit
  • 1-3 years of EO experience - You've held an Founders Associate or closely related role and know what it takes to support high-output leaders effectively
  • Startup experience - You've worked in fast-moving, early-stage environments where context switches constantly and priorities shift overnight
  • Exec support background - You've supported a founder, C-suite executive, or senior leader directly - ideally in a startup or high-growth tech company
  • Communication excellence - You write sharp, professional emails and can represent a founder's voice accurately and confidently
  • Sales awareness - You understand the rhythm of a sales process and can support outreach, follow-up, and pipeline coordination without hand-holding
  • Systems mindset - You don't just complete tasks - you build repeatable systems so the same problem never happens twice
  • Operational fluency - Comfortable with tools like Notion, HubSpot, Google Workspace, Slack, and other modern ops and productivity stacks
  • Impeccable judgment - You know when to act independently and when to escalate; discretion is non-negotiable

Traits That Thrive at Virio
  • High agency & ownership - Takes initiative without waiting for detailed instructions; follows through to completion without reminders
  • Anticipatory thinking - Sees around corners and solves problems before they surface
  • Calm under pressure - Stays composed, precise, and reliable when pace is high and stakes are real
  • Direct, low-ego communication - Values clarity, speed, and candor over politics or optics
  • Obsessive about quality - Every email, agenda, and output reflects on the founders - you hold yourself to that standard

Benefits
  • Competitive total compensation aligned to experience and impact
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • All working meals covered
  • Relocation support for San Francisco
  • Direct access to founders and leadership from day one
  • High ownership, high trust, and fast career progression
  • In-person culture with deep commitment to excellence

This is a full-time, on-site role based in San Francisco. We do not offer hybrid or remote positions.

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