Strategy and Operations Lead
WebflowSalary not specified
$125,000 – $160,000Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in a generalist or operational role, such as strategy & operations, product, management consulting, finance, or startups
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience tackling operational and scaling challenges
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, balancing execution speed with quality
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience interfacing with technical teams and customers
- Entrepreneurial mindset - comfortable with ambiguity, self-directed, and excited to build and iterate quickly
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong sense of ownership and pride in their work
- Ability to learn complex concepts rather quickly, bonus points for learning technical concepts
- High degree of agency - ideal candidate can thrive in ambiguity
- Passionate about / interested in AI (super user of LLMs, up-to-date on latest AI trends)
- Critical thinker / first principles approach to solving problems
- Data driven decision maker
- Thoughtful about making decisions - doesn’t jump to conclusions without considering all potential variables/curve balls
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement operational strategies to recruit, manage, and deploy high-skill talent (PhDs, domain experts) across AI data projects
- Own and drive large-scale projects for AI labs and tech companies, ensuring exceptional execution and customer satisfaction
- Partner with product and engineering teams to optimize and enhance our workforce platform for scalability and efficiency
- Manage customer relationships, understanding their evolving needs and expanding project scope where possible
- Provide regular progress updates and strategic insights to Handshake’s leadership team to refine our long-term data strategy
- Identify opportunities for process automation and workflow improvements to increase efficiency in expert recruitment and deployment
- Lead cross-functional projects, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, and Go-to-Market teams to execute high-priority initiatives
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for the Strategic Projects Lead position?
The salary range is $125K - $160K.
Is this role remote or does it require office work?
This position is located in either our San Francisco or NYC locations.
What experience and skills are required for this role?
Candidates need 2+ years in a generalist or operational role such as strategy & operations, product, management consulting, finance, or startups, plus strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
What is the company culture like at Handshake for this role?
The role emphasizes an entrepreneurial mindset, comfort with ambiguity, self-directed work, quick iteration, high degree of agency, strong sense of ownership, and the ability to learn complex concepts quickly.
What makes a strong candidate for the Strategic Projects Lead role?
Strong candidates have 2+ years in operational roles, excellent problem-solving and communication skills, an entrepreneurial mindset with high agency, and bonus expertise in technical areas like SQL/Python or AI/ML experience.
Handshake
Connects students with job opportunities
About Handshake
Handshake connects college students with job and internship opportunities through its platform. It serves over 15 million students, 1,500 universities, and 900,000 employers, focusing on early career recruitment. The platform allows universities to provide students access to job listings, career fairs, and recruitment events, while employers can post job openings and manage recruitment processes. Handshake's user-friendly interface helps students organize their job search and offers insights like company reviews. The company prioritizes data privacy and security, ensuring compliance with regulations like FERPA. Handshake aims to bridge the gap between students and employers, facilitating early career opportunities.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$422.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
💰Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
🍼16 Weeks of paid parental leave
💝Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
💻Handshake offers $500/£360 home office stipend
📚Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2,000/£1,500/2k€ stipend
🏦401k Match: Handshake offers a dollar-for-dollar match on 1% of deferred salary, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year.
🏝PTO
Risks
Emerging competitors like Fizz target Handshake's demographic with financial products.
Intuit's collaboration may draw students away from Handshake.
AI-driven skills demand may reduce engagement with Handshake.
Differentiation
Handshake connects over 15 million students with 900,000 employers.
The platform offers a user-friendly interface for job and internship applications.
Handshake ensures data privacy, complying with regulations like FERPA.
Upsides
Handshake's new social media-like interface boosts user engagement.
Growing student loan repayment benefits attract more employers to Handshake.
Demand for skills-based workforce aligns with Handshake's mission.
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