West Cambridge | From £40,000 | 37.5 Hours |Hybrid Operations Associate Founders at the University of Cambridge is on the lookout for an Operations Associate to keep our start-up programmes running smoothly. If you thrive on getting things organised, love juggling multiple projects, and enjoy making processes more efficient, this could be your next big move. What we’re building We’re part of Cambridge Enterprise, the innovation arm of the University of Cambridge. Our mission is to help brilliant people turn bold ideas into world-changing companies. Founders is a new initiative that gives University-linked entrepreneurs the tools, networks and investment they need to build start-ups tackling global challenges. Why you will love this role: This role is all about making things happen behind the scenes so founders, mentors and partners have the best possible experience. You’ll: Keep our accelerator programmes and events running without a hitch – from scheduling and venues to logistics and communications. Manage onboarding materials, track founder progress and support reporting. Use tools like Airtable (and pick up new ones fast) to keep data and workflows slick. Liaise with mentors, investors, and speakers, making sure everyone’s in the loop. Help plan big moments like Investor Day, where our founders showcase their work. What we're looking for: We’re looking for someone who’s curious, dependable and enjoys being at the heart of a buzzing ecosystem. You’ll likely have: 1–2 years of experience in an operations role, ideally in a start-up, accelerator or similarly fast-moving setting. A real eye for detail – you spot things others might miss. Strong organisational and project management skills. Confidence with digital tools and the drive to learn new ones quickly. A collaborative, can-do attitude – you like rolling your sleeves up and getting stuck in. The mindset that will help you thrive Productive & efficient: you love creating order and improving processes. Growth-oriented: you’re excited to learn, adapt and try new approaches. Reliable & driven: people can count on you to deliver. Team-focused: you enjoy working with others and building positive relationships. Why join us? You’ll be part of a small, mission-driven team shaping the next generation of Cambridge start-ups. You’ll get to know inspiring founders, play a key role in a new initiative, and see your work have real impact in a fast-moving, supportive environment. Diversity and equality matter: These are our ideal requirements, but we know some people are less likely to apply for the role unless they are 100% qualified. At Cambridge Enterprise, we promote a diverse, inclusive and empowering culture, so please apply if you meet the majority of the job requirements. If you have any questions about the interview process, or if you need any reasonable adjustments, please don’t hesitate to contact the team at people@enterprise.cam.ac.uk Perks at a glance: 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Class-leading Bupa private medical insurance Hybrid role with genuine flexible working – including work from abroad for up to 30 days a year in most roles Generous University pension scheme. A commitment to personal development including LinkedIn learning. Family-friendly policies (including enhanced parental leave & childcare benefits, fertility leave, and pregnancy loss leave) Mental health and well-being support including access to free counselling. Access to Bupa's Menopause Plan for expert advice and support. Retail and travel discounts. Why Cambridge Enterprise? We are at the heart of Europe's most successful research and technology cluster and we're on a mission to bring innovation to life, making a difference to society, the UK economy, and the University of Cambridge. We connect the innovative minds of the University’s academics with the funding, start-up expertise and commercial relationships they need to help their ideas thrive. Key dates: Closing date: 10 th November Screening Calls: 13 th November First interviews: 18 th November Second interviews: 25 th November If we get a strong response, we may close the role a little earlier than planned. This could mean the timelines or key dates shift slightly, so we’d recommend applying soon.