Strategic Project Associate

Job Title: Strategic Project Associate
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time

Note: Candidate must be from Top big University or less prominent university with McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Blackstone, Scale AI, Palantir or strong startup-operating experience or Big Tech company.

About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated Strategic Project Associate to join our fast-growing team in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex operational challenges while working with leading AI labs and technology companies.

In this role, you will manage large-scale projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, build strong client relationships, and help execute initiatives that drive significant business growth. High-performing employees will have a clear path for career advancement into leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute large-scale strategic projects for leading AI labs and technology companies.
• Coordinate and manage projects that contribute to multi-million-dollar business growth.
• Source, screen, onboard, and manage highly skilled domain experts across various industries, including Software Engineering, Healthcare, Legal, Finance, and more.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and identifying opportunities for project expansion.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, and Machine Learning teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Track project progress, monitor key performance metrics, and ensure timely execution.
• Identify process improvements and implement operational efficiencies.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (recent graduates and candidates with up to 2 years of experience are encouraged to apply).
• Internship or professional experience in Consulting, Finance, Startups, Operations, Business Strategy, Program Management, or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working directly with clients or customers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project or program management.
• Experience in business operations or strategic operations.
• Familiarity with AI, technology, or startup environments.
• Experience recruiting or managing external stakeholders is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or other data analysis tools.