Epoch Biodesign
Epoch Biodesign is a well-funded, venture-backed start-up using biology to make every type of plastic recyclable.
Using a unique combination of AI, synthetic biology and green chemistry, we are scaling enzymatic recycling processes to transform unrecyclable plastics into new sustainable materials and chemical building blocks. These processes yield substantial reductions in carbon emissions and prevent waste from entering landfill or the environment. They also generate disruptive unit economics, allowing us to scale our solutions quickly to solve this urgent challenge.
We’re already working with major players across polymer manufacturing, fashion and automotive, and are scaling up to our first demo production facility in 2025.
Find out more at www.epochbiodesign.com
Role
We’re seeking a highly organised, adaptable individual to work closely with our founder and leadership team at a critical stage of growth. This role covers strategy, operations, people, and investor support - ideal for someone who thrives on solving problems, bringing structure, and driving execution across teams.
You’ll be trusted with sensitive projects, contribute to major initiatives, and help keep the company aligned and moving fast. If you're a natural organiser, quick thinker, and proactive doer - we’d love to meet you.
Responsibilities - what you’ll do
Corporate & Operational
- Assist in the preparation of materials and coordinate logistics for board meetings, investor updates/reporting and fundraising efforts
- Help to develop and evolve the company’s fundraising strategy including maintaining investor and debt provider relationships
- Identify and unblock bottlenecks across the company’s non-R&D operations and support the team in driving continuous improvement
- Support the preparation of internal communications including all-hands presentations and company updates
- Contribute to the maintenance of an accurate company financial model
- Assist in the preparation of finances for government grant reporting
- Help drive the timely delivery of company projects including demo plant construction, lease negotiations and other items where needed
- Support the management of C-suite calendars and schedules
- Act as ‘connective tissue’ across all areas of the organisation, helping to drive alignment and problem solving
- Spin up and drive the delivery of ‘Special Projects’ that don’t have a suitable home elsewhere in the business
People
- Assist in preparation of materials by pulling together data, slide decks, or notes under the guidance of the CPO in any people related project, from benefits to recruitment, payroll or hiring
- Support with ongoing HR projects (e.g., onboarding improvements, event initiatives, applicant tracking system formatting, software options, company run team activities, merchandising) - taking action notes, keeping track and helping chase what’s needed
- Coordinate company-run events (internal and external).
- Coordinate recruitment
- Manage day-to-day administrative/essential tasks: calendar management, booking meetings
- Be a reliable point of contact on behalf of the CPO when needed
Commercial
- Support the commercial team in the preparation of presentation and legal materials for customers
- Undertake new market analysis and landscaping
- Support the evolution and development of the company’s go-to-market strategy through rigorous customer and competitor research
- Assist in the company’s comms and social media strategies across LinkedIn, X, etc.
- Identify opportunities and drive the delivery of government grant applications and project management
Essential
- 3-5 years of professional experience
- Collaborative and low-ego approach to teamwork
- Prior experience in one or multiple of the following: investment banking, management consulting, venture capital, high-growth startups
- Experience supporting senior leaders
- Exceptional organisation skills - someone who thrives in the details
- A professional tone and demeanour
- Trustworthy with sensitive information - an understanding of discretion
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities can (and do) change quickly.
- Experience helping with events, internal comms, or project coordination
Benefits:
Epoch Biodesign offers a comprehensive benefits program. At the moment this includes:
- A generous allowance of 30 days paid holiday (plus the usual 8 bank holidays)
- Meaningful EMI Share Options
- A non-contributory pension of 9% employer contribution
- Optional company covered private medical insurance with Vitality
- Group Income Protection
- Group Critical Illness
- Flexible working around the core times of 10am to 4pm
- Cycle to work scheme
- The opportunity to be part of building something remarkable
On-the-job perks
- Complementary fresh fruit, coffee, tea and snacks
- Onsite gym
- Various social activities
And we’re committed to continuously reviewing and enhancing our benefits and work environment.
