Sentient Foundation

Chief of Staff

Sentient Foundation

full-time

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Origin:  • 🏈 Anywhere in North America

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

Open Source

About the role

  • Strategic and operational leader supporting the cofounder in company-wide planning, cross-functional coordination, and executive-level initiatives.
  • Add structure, manage processes, and ensure alignment across teams to achieve company goals.
  • Act as a key representative of the Sentient cofounder, guide informed decisions, write on their behalf, and foster a culture of trust and collaboration.
  • Lead annual and quarterly planning, ensuring all teams are aligned with strategic goals.
  • Track and monitor goals/roadmaps to ensure alignment with Sentient mission & strategy.
  • Facilitate cross-functional coordination, resolving dependencies and bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate with department heads to drive execution and accountability.
  • Improve company and cross-functional velocity through collaboration, communication and process.
  • Prepare the cofounder for strategy, operation and finance meetings, offering market and partner context, data + insights and key talking points.
  • Represent the cofounder in meetings, ensuring their voice and perspective are accurately reflected.
  • Draft communications and documents on behalf of the cofounder, maintaining consistency in tone and messaging.
  • Support the cofounder in making real-time decisions to move projects forward efficiently.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in operations, strategy, business development, investment banking or a similar role, preferably in a high-growth environment
  • MBA / Investment Banking / Consulting experience is a plus
  • Strong track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and company-wide planning
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent judgment, decision-making skills, and the ability to build consensus
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Understanding of open source software and artificial intelligence is a plus