Founder's Associate

Founder’s Associate

Direct

58,000-80,000

We’re partnering with a fast-growing, late-stage startup seeking a highly motivated, high-agency individual to work directly with the CEO as a true right-hand partner. This is not a traditional administrative role—this is an opportunity to step into a dynamic, multi-faceted position that blends executive support, operations, office leadership, and recruiting.

You’ll be embedded in a small, collaborative environment, working closely with the CEO and a tight-knit team of engineers. The ideal candidate is energized by building, thrives in ambiguity, and is excited to take ownership of both strategic and day-to-day initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Executive Partnership (~25%)

• Act as a thought partner to the CEO, helping prioritize, organize, and drive execution
• Manage and optimize the CEO’s time with a focus on impact, not just scheduling
• Anticipate needs, remove friction, and ensure follow-through on key initiatives

Operations (~35%)

• Work alongside the CEO on operational projects, vendor coordination, and problem-solving
• Help bring structure to unstructured situations and keep priorities moving forward
• Support cross-functional initiatives and ensure alignment across the team

Office Leadership (~25%)

• Own the day-to-day operations of the office, including logistics, vendors, and supplies
• Create a positive, organized, and engaging in-office experience for the team
• Ensure the environment reflects a high-performing, collaborative culture

Talent & Recruiting (~15%)

• Assist with sourcing candidates and coordinating interviews
• Partner with leadership to support hiring efforts and team growth
• Help create a seamless and positive candidate experience

What We’re Looking For

• High agency mindset — you take ownership and run with things
• Highly organized — able to manage multiple priorities without dropping details
• Resourceful and fast-moving — you figure things out with minimal direction
• Strong communicator — clear, concise, and reliable
• Adaptable — comfortable working in a founder-led environment with ambiguity
• Team-oriented — excited to contribute to a growing, mission-driven company

What This Role Is Not

• Not a traditional Executive Assistant role focused solely on calendar/email management
• Not a task-based role where you wait for direction
• Not limited in scope—this is a build, own, and impact position

Why This Role

This is a unique opportunity to gain direct exposure to company leadership, contribute to meaningful business initiatives, and play a key role in building and scaling a growing organization. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and wants to make a real impact, we’d love to connect.

Option 1 Staffing is an award-winning, recognized leader in staffing and recruiting. We specialize in placing the highest caliber of Non-Clinical Healthcare, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Administrative, and Accounting/Finance professionals in contract and direct-hire opportunities across the nation.