Associate, Office of the CEO

Better • New York, NY

3d • $150,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate, Office of the CEO will serve as a high-impact partner to Better’s CEO, supporting the company’s most important strategic priorities and helping drive execution across the leadership team and the broader organization.
This role is designed for a highly capable generalist who thrives in fast-moving, ambiguous environments and wants broad exposure to executive decision-making, company-wide strategy, and complex cross-functional initiatives. This is a full-time, on-site role reporting into our New York City office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; 2–5+ years of experience in strategy & operations, management consulting, investment banking, private equity / venture capital, or high-growth startups
• Exceptional analytical and structured-thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable producing executive-level materials
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and strong follow-through
• High judgment, discretion, and integrity; trusted with sensitive and confidential information
• Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• A proactive, low-ego team player who thrives on ownership and collaboration
• A curious, intellectually honest individual with a strong desire to learn and grow

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting senior executives and leading complex, cross-functional initiatives strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the CEO on top strategic initiatives, special projects, and high-priority business decisions
• Conduct research, analysis, and synthesis to inform executive, leadership team, and board-level discussions
• Prepare executive-level materials including memos, presentations, briefing documents, and talking points
• Translate high-level strategy into clear plans, milestones, and execution frameworks
• Drive the CEO’s operating cadence, including leadership meetings, planning cycles, and executive offsites
• Design agendas, track decisions, and ensure consistent follow-through on company-level priorities
• Monitor progress against key initiatives and surface risks, bottlenecks, and dependencies
• Lead and coordinate high-impact, cross-functional initiatives spanning product, operations, finance, people, and go-to-market teams
• Act as a neutral integrator across functions, aligning stakeholders and unblocking execution challenges
• Own ambiguous, time-sensitive projects that require strong judgment, discretion, and rapid execution
• Serve as a thought partner and sounding board to the CEO
• Interface with senior leaders, board members, and investors as needed
• Help shape internal communications, executive messaging, and company-wide narratives

Benefits

• Day One Coverage – Your benefits begin on your first day, so you’re supported from the start
• Nationwide Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Comprehensive plans that travel with you, wherever you are
• Mental Health Support When You Need It – Immediate access to virtual therapy with licensed providers for you and your eligible dependents (ages 6+), with your first few visits covered at no cost!
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Includes an employer contribution to help you plan for healthcare expenses
• Employer-Funded Dependent Care FSA – Support for childcare and/or dependent care costs
• Disability & Life Insurance – Provided at no additional cost to give you added peace of mind
• Flexible PTO – Time off when you need it, so you can recharge and focus on what matters most
• Extra Perks & Discounts – Including pet insurance, savings programs, and more to support life beyond work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees