Founders Associate (Growth & Operations)- GCC Expansion
Freelance Hybrid
Salary: per annum (flexible depending on experience)
Working Hours: 30- 40 hours per week ( 9am - 6pm UAE local time)
Location: Dubai based
The Marisa Peer Organisation is a globally recognised leader in personal development and therapist training supporting millions of people worldwide through transformational programmes and education.
As we expand into the GCC region we are looking for a highly organised and proactive Founders Associate to support our leadership team at a critical stage of growth. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with founders contributing to both day-to-day operations and high-impact growth initiatives.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments enjoy bringing structure to complexity and want to grow into a commercially focused role this position offers both responsibility and long-term opportunity.
As a Founders Associate (Growth & Operations) you will act as a central point of coordination across the business ensuring the founders operate efficiently while supporting key initiatives tied to our GCC expansion.
This is a hands-on high-ownership role combining operational excellence with exposure to partnerships sponsorships and business a fast-moving environment without traditional layers youll play a key role in keeping priorities on track while identifying ways to support growth.
Over time the role is designed to evolve-offering increasing involvement in commercial and strategic initiatives.
Executive & Operational Support
Manage complex calendars scheduling and meetings across multiple time zones
Oversee inbox management prioritisation and drafting responses
Coordinate travel accommodation and detailed itineraries
Prepare meeting briefs notes and follow-ups
Track tasks actions and ensure consistent follow-through
Act as a reliable organisational point of support for the founders
Growth & Business Support
Research partnerships sponsorships and market opportunities (GCC-focused)
Support outreach to partners media and event organisers
Assist with proposals and commercial opportunities
Coordinate speaking engagements and external appearances
Contribute to initiatives that support brand and business growth
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
Proactive and comfortable taking initiative in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to manage multiple priorities with consistency and reliability
Comfortable handling administrative responsibilities to a high standard
Commercially curious with an interest in partnerships and business growth
Adaptable and confident working in a founder-led environment
Experience supporting founders executives or senior leadership
Exposure to business development partnerships or commercial roles
Experience working in startups or high-growth environments
Familiarity with GCC markets or international expansion (a plus)
Work directly with founders in a high-growth international business
Gain exposure across operations strategy and business development
Play a key role in expanding into the GCC market
High ownership from day one with real impact on business performance
Clear pathway to grow into commercial and partnership-focused roles
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation creating meaningful change globally
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