Founder in Residence

Founder in Residence

At Enviu were looking for a Founder in Residence to join our team.

Full-time Enviu India

About the Role

Enviu is seeking a Founder in Residence to co-build a new impact venture tackling textile waste in India.

This is not a job its an entrepreneurial launchpad . Youll work with Envius venture-building team to ideate validate and scale a business that redefines how textile waste is prevented recovered and recycled.

You can bring your own idea technology or patent or build one with us from scratch. Youll lead the venture as a true co-founder supported by a global network expert guidance and clear ownership.

Why This Is Different

True Co-Foundership Not Employment : Youre not an employee youre a co-founder with majority ownership and transparent equity terms that align long-term incentives.

Systemic Venture Studio : Enviu isnt an accelerator or incubator. We build systemic solutions to real market failures backed by 20 years of global experience.

Built-In Ecosystem : Founders join established domains like Envius textile circularity program with direct access to corporates funders and policymakers.

Capital Advantage : Fundraising readiness is built from day one with investor prep financial modelling and introductions post-graduation.

Global Platform : Envius footprint across Africa Europe and Asia gives ventures visibility and credibility and founders a long-term growth trajectory.

We co-found with you de-risking the early journey giving you ownership capital pathways systemic expertise and a global platform while ensuring you remain the entrepreneur at the center.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the creation and validation of circular business models addressing textile waste.

Define market positioning partnerships and business strategy.

Set up operations for collection sorting recycling or upcycling.

Build partnerships with brands recyclers policymakers and funders.

Represent the venture externally to attract visibility and support.

Collaborate closely with Envius venture-building and domain teams.

What We Offer

Monthly stipend : 2 Lakhs

Contract : 6-month term renewable up to 18 months

Equity : Majority co-founder ownership under Envius transparent founder model

Support : Access to Envius experts venture builders and operational infrastructure

Network : Ecosystem of investors corporates and impact partners

Growth Path : From validation spin-out C-Level scale with continued Enviu support

Ideal Candidate Profile

Entrepreneurial background or startup leadership experience ideally in sustainability or circular economy.

Brings or wants to develop an innovative concept technology or patent.

Skilled in business operations partnerships and financial modelling.

Passionate about environmental and social impact.

Thrives in uncertainty learns fast and stays hands-on.

Apply for the job

Do you want to join our team as our new Founder in Residence Then wed love to hear about you!

Required Experience :

Founder

Key Skills

Data Analytics,AI,Conversion Optimization,Lean,R,Regression Analysis,Acquisition Strategy,HubSpot,Email Marketing,Product Management,Knife Skills,Internet Of Things

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1