Chief of Staff to the Founder

The role

The Chief of Staff will serve as a force multiplier to the founder by translating vision into executable plans. You will build internal operating systems and lead complex, evolving organizational and client-facing challenges.

What you will do

• Partner with the founder to translate priorities and strategic vision into sequenced plans
• Own end-to-end execution of founder-level special projects and organizational initiatives
• Maintain focus and accountability across the founder's portfolio of priorities
• Prepare high-quality executive materials including strategy briefs and decision memos
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the founder
• Build and improve internal operating systems for hiring, resource allocation, and coordination
• Design and implement hiring systems to support growth targets
• Own resource allocation and capacity planning across the organization
• Establish organizational rhythms and decision-making frameworks
• Orchestrate complex, cross-functional initiatives

Required qualifications

• 5-7+ years in high-performing environments such as Chief of Staff roles, strategic operations, management consulting, venture capital/private equity, business development, or startup leadership positi
• AI-native with experience tinkering, building tools, and automating workflows
• Demonstrated success in driving ambiguous, complex initiatives to completion
• Strong systems thinking and process design capability
• Exceptional project management and coordination skills
• High proficiency with Google Workspace, Asana/Notion, and Slack
• Intermediate to advanced comfort with AI-powered productivity tools
• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Commitment to ethical practices and responsible business operations

Nice to have

• Experience in high-growth startups, venture studios, or AI/tech companies
• Background in talent operations or organizational design
• Proven success driving business development in B2B environments
• Exposure to board-level strategy and operations
• Advanced degree in a relevant field

About the company

Human Agency is a company of doers that partners with organizations to explore, design, and implement AI strategies. They aim to empower teams to work smarter through thoughtful, responsible innovation.