Founder office · Operations Leader

Operations Leader, Founder Office

San Francisco, CA·Hybrid·$185,000–$250,000

Operational lead for a founder office spanning executive support systems, special projects, vendor relationships, internal operating cadence, and decision support.

Reports to: Founder
Team: Founder office of 4
Start date: Within 45 days
Travel: Occasional (10%)
Experience: 8+ years in operations, chief-of-staff, or founder-office roles
Industry: Venture-backed technology
Employment: full time
Compensation: $185,000–$250,000

About the role

A San Francisco founder is building out a small, high-leverage founder office and hiring an Operations Leader to own the systems that make it run. You will design the operating cadence, manage vendor and legal relationships, own board-prep logistics, and serve as the internal owner of confidential projects. The role sits between a Chief of Staff and a Head of Operations. Ideal for someone who wants ownership without the org-chart weight of a larger seat.

Responsibilities

·Design and run the founder-office operating cadence: weekly, monthly, quarterly
·Own vendor management, contract review coordination, and expense controls
·Lead board-prep logistics including materials, scheduling, and follow-up
·Manage confidential projects on behalf of the founder end-to-end
·Partner with the Executive Assistant on calendar strategy and prioritization

Requirements

·8+ years in operations, chief-of-staff, or founder-office roles
·Strong project management fundamentals and clear written communication
·Comfort operating with limited process and building it as you go

Preferred

·Experience at a venture-backed startup or fund
·Familiarity with board governance and investor relations mechanics

Benefits

·Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
·Paid time off and federal holidays
·401(k) or retirement contribution (role-dependent)
·Annual performance bonus eligibility
·Confidential, partner-led candidate representation from Linear

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Posted Jul 10, 2026 · Open through Oct 10, 2026