Venture Manager

📋 Description

• • Almedia Inc. is not just a company; it's a launchpad for ambitious careers, dedicated to becoming Germany's next bootstrapped unicorn. Recognized as Europe's #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 by the FT1000, we are revolutionizing the marketing landscape by rewarding our community of over 60 million users for their engagement with advertisers' products. This innovative approach provides the world's largest companies with a novel and highly effective user acquisition channel.
• • As a Venture Manager at Almedia, you will be at the forefront of this revolution, taking ownership of significant strategic projects from their nascent stages through to global scalability and beyond. This role transcends traditional project management; it demands a seasoned builder with a proven history of taking ventures from zero to one hundred, much like our celebrated success with Freecash, and possessing the relentless drive to replicate such achievements.
• • You will be instrumental in shaping Almedia's strategic direction, architecting and launching end-to-end ventures, and spearheading massive market expansions and the development of new product lines, such as our innovative Cashback initiative. Your ability to operate with speed, elevate the performance of those around you, and lead high-ownership, cross-functional teams will be critical in transforming how top global brands connect with users.
• • This position is designed for a heavyweight leader capable of constructing the very "machine" that drives venture creation and success. Your responsibilities will encompass:
• • Incubating and launching "Unicorn-level" ventures: You will guide validated opportunities from initial concept through to live market pilots, securing signed lighthouse clients and establishing executive-approved business models.
• • Establishing a company-wide Venture Operating Model: This involves implementing robust governance, funding, and decision-making frameworks that empower teams to achieve milestones efficiently, minimizing the need for executive escalations.
• • Architecting high-impact strategic partnerships: You will forge alliances with flagship advertisers and platforms, seamlessly integrating their capabilities into our product experience to significantly enhance our market positioning and competitive edge.
• • Building and scaling a high-performing venture organization: This includes identifying and recruiting top-tier leaders, setting exceptionally high standards for quality and performance, and coaching managers to foster independent delivery of outstanding outcomes.
• • Driving significant business impact and P&L ownership: You will oversee recurring business reviews, codify successful venture playbooks, and leverage data-driven insights to strategically prioritize high-leverage initiatives that yield maximum returns.
• • We are seeking an individual who embodies the spirit of a battle-hardened entrepreneur, adept at navigating the complexities of hyper-growth environments. Your experience should reflect:
• • A profound Venture Building Track Record: Demonstrable experience in owning a multi-venture thesis, strategically allocating capital and senior talent, and making disciplined decisions regarding scaling, termination, or exit.
• • Mastery of Operational Architecture: Expertise in constructing high-velocity delivery engines that translate strategic vision into actionable weekly plans, utilizing methodologies like Lean Startup and Design Thinking.
• • Fluency in Adtech & Growth: Deep understanding of architecting sophisticated analytics systems (e.g., LTV/CAC, retention, incrementality) and ensuring readiness for privacy and compliance regulations.
• • Proven Enterprise Leadership: Experience in negotiating complex commercial terms and representing the company effectively with clients, investors, and media.
• • Exceptional Cross-Functional Mastery: The ability to structure and lead diverse, multi-functional teams spanning product, growth, data, operations, finance, and legal departments.
• • You are more than just a manager; you are a visionary doer who thrives on the intensity and challenges inherent in the building process. You will embody extreme ownership and initiative, taking full accountability for venture P&L and ROI from inception to completion. You will naturally elevate the bar for performance by standardizing playbooks, proactively removing blockers, and managing outcomes decisively. Your ability to thrive in high-velocity environments and make rapid, evidence-based decisions will be key to maximizing venture value and speed-to-impact.
• • This role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with our CEO, leading and building large-scale strategic projects from the ground up. It is a pivotal position for someone ready to commit fully to delivering significant impact, pushing boundaries, and witnessing their innovative ideas materialize. If you find intense satisfaction in building, are prepared for the dedication required, and are driven by the prospect of rapid career acceleration and substantial rewards, Almedia is the place for you.
• • We warmly welcome applications from individuals at all career stages, including recent graduates, provided they possess the passion for leading initiatives from inception to execution and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, highly demanding, and innovative setting. Your responsibilities will include leading strategic projects, managing client relationships, developing and enhancing methodologies, mentoring junior team members, and overseeing account and proposal management.
• • Your profile should include proven experience in project leadership with a focus on venture building or innovation consulting, strong organizational skills, excellent communication capabilities, and proficiency in creating high-quality outputs. A deep knowledge of innovation methods and fluency in German are considered advantageous.
• • At Almedia, we offer equity in the company to all Berlin-based employees, a chance to scale with a profitable startup, a central Berlin office designed for collaboration, and a comprehensive benefits package including transport subsidies, meals, language learning, and access to Urban Sports Club. We are committed to fostering talent, evaluating all skill levels, and providing clear growth paths. Almedia is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.