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Overview:

Work for a VC-backed technology startup dedicated to innovation and excellence in the sports industry. Seeking a world class project manager type with a specialization in supporting executives to be our Head of Operations and drive operational excellence, manage key processes, and supporting the company’s strategic vision.

Job Summary:

The Head of Operations/Chief of Staff will serve as a right-hand to the CEO, overseeing a wide range of business functions. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth execution of company priorities, enhancing efficiency, and fostering company/wide alignment. The ideal candidate is an extremely organized, proactive leader with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. This is a unique opportunity to be a central, key part of a fast-growing company. The role will be based in Miami and average of one day per week in-person.

***Key Responsibilities***

Human Resources, Legal & Finance:

Support the Fractional CFO as they:

Administer & manage staff compensation, employee onboarding/offboarding, and contract management
Handle advisor agreements, partnership/vendor contracts, customer contracts, stock/shareholding-related documentation, and insurance matters

Conduct employee 1:1s and help the CEO set the company culture

Business Development:

Facilitate and organize prospect follow-up and tracking for the CEO
Maintain company HubSpot.
Project-manage multiple contractors and consultants supporting the business

Marketing & Communications:

Oversee outreach campaigns, manage domains, and oversee social media content
Produce and distribute newsletters, shareholder reports, podcasts, and press releases
Coordinate occasional events (agendas, flyers, banners, merchandise) and manage website updates

Operational Excellence:

Maintain company Notion, Slack, G-Suite, and oversee internal/external data rooms
Prepare biweekly All-Hands meetings, quarterly Board of Directors decks, and biweekly investor reports
Develop and maintain company SOPs & company policies, travel matters

Strategic Support:

Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, providing insights and managing sensitive information with discretion
Manage/support an offshore Executive Assistant to the CEO
See around corners and be an extra set of eyes and ears that helps keep the CEO ahead of the game
Drive special projects and initiatives as directed by the CEO

***Qualifications***

Experience:

5+ years in operations, administration, project management, program management, or a similar role, with experience supporting executive leadership

Skills:

Superlative project management skills & experience
Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities with a keen eye for detail
Experience with tools like Gusto, HubSpot, and Notion
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders
Proficiency in productivity tools (Slack, Google Workspace) and project management software
Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.

Attributes:

Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
High energy, high agency, zero ego, welcomes critical feedback

Compensation:

$115-130K base salary plus up to $125K worth of stock options and a guaranteed 15% raise upon the company reaching profitability

Why Join Us?

Competitive compensation, very significant stock options, flexible working arrangements, and being a part of an extremely promising startup with world-class investors in a very exciting industry.

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