Strategic Program Manager @Entalpic

Strategic Program Manager, @Entalpic

Our company: Entalpic

We are a dedicated team at the forefront of AI and chemistry, working to accelerate the energy transition. Our focus is on discovering new chemicals and materials that can lead to more sustainable practices in sectors where the need for change is most urgent. Specifically, we develop a modern generative AI platform to discover new catalysts to optimize reactions that significantly reduce CO2 emissions, aiming to make a substantial impact on the environment.

As an early-stage startup backed by substantial funding, we base our approach on state-of-the-art academic research to drive practical business solutions. We value clear communication and simplicity in our approaches , promoting a constant optimization mindset.

Join Entalpic to be part of a growing team, eager to learn and adapt, united by the belief that our technology can make a significant positive impact and contribute to transforming carbon-intensive industries for a sustainable future.

Mission Highlights (Purpose of the job)

As a Strategic Program Manager , you will lead and coordinate high-impact programs, both internal and client facing, ensuring alignment with Entalpic’s long-term objectives. You will act as a key link between teams and external partners, driving project delivery, strategic alignment, and business growth.

Reporting Line and Localization

You will report to the Director of Strategy & Operations and will be located in our Paris offices.

Role & responsibilities

• Strategic Project Management: Lead and oversee strategic initiatives, from planning to delivery, ensuring alignment with company goals and measurable outcomes.

• Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate closely with internal teams, including ML engineers, material scientists, and chemists, to translate strategic priorities into actionable project plans.

• Client & Partner Engagement :

  • Act as the primary interface with clients and partners, deeply understanding their needs, and translating them into actionable project goals

  • Manage client proposals, reports and presentations, coordinating internal teams, and ensuring timely and high-quality deliveries

• Business Development : Contribute to Entalpic’s commercial effort by preparing client proposals, identifying partnership opportunities, and supporting the structuring of public or consortium programs.

• Strategic Alignment : Evaluate project outcomes and client feedback to make recommendations that enhance overall company strategy.

If you thrive at the intersection of strategy, technology, and client engagement, and are excited by the opportunity to manage innovative programs, we’d love to hear from you!

Skills & Experience

Required:

• A scientific or engineering mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new scientific and technical concepts.

• Min. 3 years of experience , including significant client-facing responsibilities.

• Proficiency in using AI tools (e.g., chatbots, databases).

• Capability to communicate effectively with software and ML engineers, transforming client needs into product/technical requirements.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a joyful, proactive and solution-oriented approach.

• We believe that all people are capable of great things. Because of this, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements that are listed within this job description.

Bonus:

• Prior experience managing scientific programs, R&D initiatives, or innovation funding initiatives

Recruitment Process

• A screening meeting

• A manager interview

• A case study

• An interview with our CEO

Compensation & benefits

We are a no-nonsense startup, where we favor a sustainable culture promoting work-life balance and good compensation over foosball tables and free food. We offer:

• Competitive salary , and significant equity (BSPCE)

• Comprehensive Health insurance (Alan)

• French level paid leave and time-off work

• Dynamic Work Setting : Although our preference is for in-person collaboration, we will be flexible with occasional remote work arrangements.

• and more to come as we grow