Venture Development Associate

The Company

Our client is a Swiss longevity startup with the vision to become the leading player in the evidence-based longevity supplement industry. Founded in 2021, they offer science-based longevity supplements to target multiple hallmarks of ageing, allowing individuals to improve their well-being by slowing down ageing itself. Their mission is to optimise people's health and lifespan, helping them keep or regain their vitality to live as healthily as possible for as long as possible.

With strong investor backing, our client is expanding rapidly across Europe and APAC. Their international team operates fully remote, fostering a culture built on ownership, collaboration, and innovation. By joining our client, you will be part of a fast-growing company at the forefront of the longevity industry, working with leaders who are passionate about health, technology, and global impact.

The Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Venture Development Associate (English & Mandarin Speaker) to join their dynamic team. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the Co-Founders on high-impact strategic projects that shape our client’s growth trajectory.

The ideal candidate will have a consulting, strategy, or venture building background, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. You will take ownership of projects end-to-end—from ideation and analysis to execution—while driving initiatives that directly contribute to our client’s global expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Projects: Independently set up, manage, and execute strategic initiatives across business functions.
• Process Optimization: Analyze existing business processes, identify improvement opportunities, and develop clear implementation plans.
• Performance Analysis: Conduct deep dives into business performance, build dashboards, and create tracking mechanisms for key KPIs.
• Leadership Support: Prepare high-quality materials for board and investor meetings and assist co-founders with priority tasks.
• Market Research & M&A Analysis: Assess acquisition opportunities in the fields of ingredients, delivery mechanisms, and supplement companies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, operations, and product teams to ensure strategic alignment and flawless execution.

Requirements

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or analytical field (e.g., Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science). A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin, both written and spoken.
• Proven experience at a top-tier strategy consulting firm, venture building, banking, and/or financial services.
• Prior exposure to e-commerce, D2C, or consumer brands is a strong advantage.
• Startup or scale-up experience is a plus, ideally in a fast-growing international environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; highly comfortable with numbers and data-driven decision-making.
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel/Google Sheets, PowerPoint/Google Slides, and ideally data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear messages for internal and external stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a can-do attitude, adaptability, and the drive to go above and beyond.
• Highly organized, reliable, and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• High ambition and curiosity to learn in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Passion for health, wellness, and longevity (or the eagerness to dive deep into the field).

Benefits

Our client believes the best companies help you live the life you want and grow into the person you aspire to be. That’s why we focus not only on building a world-class longevity brand but also on fostering an environment of personal freedom, growth, and collaboration.

As a valued member of their team, you will enjoy:

• The opportunity to work at a well-funded, early-stage startup in the fast-growing longevity and wellness industry.
• Being part of a dynamic, high-performing, and fun international team.
• A high degree of personal responsibility, creative freedom, and growth opportunities from day one.
• Direct collaboration with renowned researchers in the longevity field and serial entrepreneurs with proven track records.
• A fully remote setup with strong home-office support.
• Unlimited holidays and flexible working hours, because we trust our people.
• Education allowance and accelerated career paths to support your development.
• Complimentary our client's products and special discounts for family and friends.
• A vibrant team culture with regular events and international off-sites.
• The latest MacBook Air and a Remote Office Upgrade budget to equip you for success.

Join our client as they shape the emerging longevity space, fostering healthier, longer lives!

Originally posted on Himalayas