Operations: Chief of Staff

Coastal Wave Recruiting • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Our client, a fast-growing AI education fintech enterprise B2B startup, is hiring a Chief of Staff to be the CEO's right hand during their most critical scaling phase. You'll be the glue that keeps a fast-moving team aligned and executing flawlessly as the company builds the future of lending.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in management consulting (MBB), product management, software engineering, or as a startup founder
• MBB consulting (McKinsey, Bain, BCG — Tier 1 cities only)
• PM or SWE at a high-growth tech company
• Startup founder
• Has built something — product, company, or function — from scratch
• Worked closely with C-suite or founder on strategic initiatives
• Proven ability to structure complex operational challenges and build scalable processes
• Strong analytical skills spanning quantitative and qualitative strategic thinking
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to coordinate across all levels of the organization
• Thrives in direct, debate-style communication with intense feedback

Nice To Haves

• MBA from a top-tier program (Ivy+)
• Technical literacy — understands code structure and product development
• Slide-making and board deck creation skills
• Strong quantitative analysis and strategic problem structuring

Responsibilities

• Manage CEO priorities and special projects, ensuring critical initiatives stay on track.
• Partner directly with the CEO on internal and external meetings and initiatives.
• Drive cross-functional alignment and communication, breaking down silos between teams.
• Lead internal projects that drive operational excellence — from implementing new systems to streamlining workflows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed