Founder's Office Associate

About Us:

Solinas, a deep-tech startup incubated at IIT Madras, is India’s pioneering asset management venture transforming the water and sanitation sector. Recognized and commended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Solinas is on a mission to tackle pressing challenges such as manual scavenging, water accessibility, and the prevention of floods and sewer overflows. At the core of our vision lies commitment to developing homegrown, affordable robotics and AI solutions for pipeline inspections, manhole and septic tank cleaning, and underground asset management.

Since 2018, we have transformed operations across 30+ cities, earning accolades such as Best On-Campus Startup by the Economic Times, an appearance on Shark Tank India, and partnerships with industry leaders like Ashirvad Pipes and The/Nudge Institute. On the global stage, Solinas has been named Best Southeast Asian Startup by Imagine H2O — a testament to our innovation, impact, and purpose-driven growth

About the role:

The Founder’s Office Associate role is a dynamic position that supports the CEO, CTO, and Founder’s Office team in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and execution of strategic priorities. You will manage coordination across teams, oversee logistics, and step in to support urgent requirements whenever needed. This role blends execution, organization, and problem-solving — ideal for someone who thrives in high-responsibility, fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities:

● Drive leadership enablement by managing schedules, coordinating key meetings, facilitating stakeholder communication and ensuring seamless execution of leadership priorities.

● Orchestrate day-to-day cross-functional coordination across People, Culture, Sales, and Operations to maintain alignment and efficiency.

● Act as a first-response problem solver for urgent requirements, ensuring rapid turnaround and smooth execution on critical priorities.

● Oversee operational workflows, including vendor engagement, logistics, and procurement- related activities.

● Assist the Sales team and CEO with lead tracking, preparation of proposals and presentations, and maintenance of performance reports.

● Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and communication materials for both internal and external stakeholders.

● Contribute to special strategic projects within the Founder’s Office, ensuring agility, timely execution, and organizational impact.

Qualifications:

● Experience: 0–1 year of experience, Fresher straight out of college is preferred or someone with less than 1 years of experience in any field.

● Experience: 0–1 year of experience; Fresh graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

● Communication: Excellent interpersonal and written skills; proven ability to collaborate across teams.

● Organizational Skills: Able to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously with strong attention to detail.

● Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree is a plus).

Benefits:

● Competitive Salary & Bonus: Market-aligned pay with performance-linked incentives.

● Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare coverage and wellness support.

● Professional Growth: Learning and development opportunities with direct exposure to leadership decision-making.

● Collaborative Culture: Work in an innovative, mission-driven environment where your input shapes the company’s future.