Founders Associate to the CEO

Company Description:

Sitehop is pioneering the next generation of high-performance crypto-agile security. Our SAFE Series solutions leverage hardware-accelerated encryption to deliver sub-microsecond data protection without compromising performance. Designed to eliminate encryption bottlenecks our FPGA-powered technology handles high-speed high-volume network traffic ensuring ultra-low latency and high throughput. Based in Sheffield Sitehop is committed to providing cutting-edge security solutions that enhance network performance and prepare for future challenges such as Post-Quantum Computing (PQC) and Net Zero transitions.

About the Role:

Were looking for a Founders Associate to work directly with our Founder/CEO as her right hand part strategist part operator part gatekeeper of time. Youll help steer the business forward ensure Melissas time is laser-focused on what matters most and keep the wheels turning whether youre in the office at an investor meeting or halfway across the world (yes you will travel with Melissa just about anywhere she goes so long as youre interested)!

This is a role for someone who thrives in high-growth high-change environments. Youll get involved in everything from strategic decision-making to on-the-ground execution and youll often be by Melissas side as she travels for key meetings events and partnerships.

What Youll Do:

• Strategic Support Research analyse and prepare insights to help the Founder make fast informed decisions.
• Founder Enablement Manage Melissas calendar priorities and follow-ups ensuring her time is spent on the highest-value activities.
• Project Management Own and deliver cross-functional projects from idea to execution often working across multiple teams.
• Travel & Event Coordination Plan and coordinate trips events and on-the-road schedules to maximise impact while travelling.
• Operations & Process Spot inefficiencies implement fixes and make sure things run smoothly behind the scenes.
• Investor & Partner Liaison Support fundraising investor relations and strategic partnerships with well-prepared materials and follow-through.
• Special Projects Jump into high-priority initiatives that could range from product launches to international expansion planning.

About You:

• Commercially minded and highly adaptable to the point that you can pivot from strategy to execution without skipping a beat.
• Exceptionally organised so that you see three steps ahead and spot potential roadblocks before they appear.
• Comfortable with ambiguity meaning you can work from We need to make this happen without waiting for a detailed brief.
• Able to build strong relationships and communicate with absolute clarity at all levels.
• Energised by variety no two weeks will look the same and that excites you

Essential Skills & Experience:

• You can be a fresh graduate or someone with 5 years experience. It doesnt matter. What DOES matter is team fit (with Melissa specifically) hunger to learn humble to grow and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Ability to manage projects and delivering results under tight deadlines.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with experience optimising executive schedules.
• Confident with data presentations and stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel frequently sometimes at short notice sometimes in different time zones.

Why this role rocks:

• Unmatched exposure to the inner workings of scaling a high-growth company.
• Opportunity to shape strategy and directly influence key decisions.
• Global travel and the chance to be in the room where it happens.
• Direct mentorship from the Founder/CEO.
• Clear path into leadership operations strategy or Chief of Staff roles.

If youve ever wanted a role that blends strategic impact operational execution and the thrill of being at the heart of it all this is it.

If you have any questions regarding the role please email the People Team via

We are unable to accept CVs via email please submit your application and a cover letter via the above Apply Now application link.