Venture Associate

Organization: moVE (Meritrium OmniVentures)Location: Greater Toronto Area (Hybrid: Mainly Remote + Occasional Field Work)Type: Equity-Based Contributor (Vesting)Commitment: Part-time (approx. 15 hours/week)About moVE (Meritrium OmniVentures)moVE (Meritrium OmniVentures) builds and launches early-stage digital and AI-enabled ventures. Our teams operate with speed, creativity, and discipline as we bring new platforms from concept to market across multiple verticals, and including mobility, marketplaces, education, and AI-driven services.We are now assembling the core group that will help us launch our next platform in the autotech and car-care space. This is a hands-on venture-building role with the opportunity to grow into a Venture Lead or Venture Officer as the business advances.Role OverviewThe Venture Associate / Venture Partner will play a foundational role in helping the team launch, shape, and grow the new platform. This position blends market outreach, product validation, digital marketing, relationship building, and early-stage operations.It is ideal for someone who enjoys building things from scratch, working closely with founders, and earning long-term ownership through meaningful contribution.You will work in a hybrid GTA model, mixing mainly remote work with very limited and occasional on-the-ground activities (meeting service providers, gathering insights, supporting customer validation).Key Responsibilities1. Market Launch & Early OperationsSupport day-to-day tasks involved in preparing the platform for launchAssist in refining service offerings, user flows, and the early customer journeyHelp shape onboarding processes for drivers, service providers, and partners2. Service-Provider & Stakeholder Engagement (B2B)Build relationships with mechanics, mobile technicians, detailers, and related providersConduct field visits when needed across the GTAGather real-world insights from partners to improve the product and experienceAssist in creating outreach materials and maintaining a strong service-provider pipeline3. Digital Marketing & Brand ActivationContribute to digital campaigns, social presence, and early brand awarenessHelp research audience behaviour and test key messagingSupport launch content, email sequences, landing pages, and onboarding materials4. Product & Customer DiscoveryParticipate in user interviews and early testingCapture insights that drive product decisionsTranslate pain points and feedback into actionable notes for the team5. Strategic Input & Venture DevelopmentPrepare briefs, reports, and competitive analysisContribute to weekly meetings, planning discussions, and growth reviewsOffer input on pricing, positioning, and early growth strategiesCandidate ProfileWe’re looking for someone who is:Motivated to help launch a new venture from the ground upConfident speaking with service providers and external stakeholdersComfortable mixing remote work with occasional GTA field meetingsStrong in communication, research, and relationship buildingCurious about mobility, marketplaces, automotive services, or digital platformsEnergetic, dependable, and committed to consistent weekly contributionExcited about earning equity for long-term involvement and ownershipBonus strengths:Digital marketing experienceStartup experience or side projectsExposure to product, operations, or B2B outreachGrowth PathContributors who show ownership, creativity, and reliability may evolve into:Venture Lead (6–12 months) – Driving a major workstream such as growth, provider operations, or customer onboardingVenture Officer (12+ months) – A senior leadership role as the venture enters scale modeEquity may increase as responsibilities and contributions grow.CompensationThis is an equity-vesting venture role designed for those who want to help build a company and share in its long-term value.Application ProcessPlease send your resume in PDF format. Selected candidates will be invited for an introductory conversation.