Founders Associate - COO Office (all genders)

Munich Office Until 9/29/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

You’re not just supporting leadership; you’re amplifying the impact of the COO and shaping the operations that keep Lio running at scale. As a Founders Associate in the COO Office, you’ll work hands-on across operations, processes, and cross-functional initiatives to turn strategic priorities into action.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

  • Assist the COO with high-impact operational projects and strategic initiatives

  • Optimize and scale internal processes to improve efficiency, collaboration, and company-wide execution

  • Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Go-to-Market, and Customer Success teams to align operations with business objectives

  • Take ownership of projects end-to-end, ensuring they move from planning to measurable outcomes

Your Profile

You’re a good fit for this role if you:

  • Have experience in operations, consulting, project management, or high-growth startups

  • Think analytically, act proactively, and can translate insights into action

  • Thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt quickly to changing priorities

  • Communicate clearly and influence stakeholders across teams, including executives

Why Join Us?

Join Lio and work side-by-side with the COO to shape the operational backbone of a category-defining AI company. You’ll own projects with real impact, help build processes that scale, and gain unparalleled exposure to the inner workings of a fast-growing enterprise AI business. Move fast, own your impact, and be part of a team where every contribution drives company success. Are you in?

Have questions about the role? Feel free to reach out to Anika!

About this role

Summary

Support COO with operational projects, optimize processes, and collaborate across teams in a fast-growing company.

Job title

Founders Associate - COO Office

Experience level

experience in operations, consulting, project management, or high-growth startups

Industry

software

Location requirements

Munich Office, on-site work required

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

operationsproject managementcommunicationstrategy

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

operationsstrategyproject managementstartup
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site