Operations Partner/Associate

Company Description Chief Nest deploys strategic operations talent to scaling founders across North America, UK, and Saudi Arabia. We specialize in placing operators at the skills intersection of Chief of Staff and GTM Engineering - the two fastest-growing roles in scaling startups. Our operators work embedded within founder-led companies handling complex operations, strategic projects, and revenue-driving initiatives.

Role Description Operations Partner - This isn't your average 9-to-5 office job.

This is a strategic role for ambitious operators ready to work at the convergence of Chief of Staff operations and GTM Engineering. You'll work during US/UK business hours (typically 4pm-12am MENA time) as the founder's strategic right-hand across multiple time zones.

We're not looking for traditional employees. We're looking for entrepreneurial operators who think like business owners, not task executors.

Two roles that didn't exist five years ago - Chief of Staff and GTM Engineering - are now the most in-demand positions for scaling startups. They're converging because founders need operators who can think across the entire business, not just execute tasks in silos.

Requirements

• Hunger, initiative, and proactivity
• Near-native or very fluent English
• A degree in (nothing).. we do not care what is your background, our best chiefs backgrounds are in healthcare, law, and computer engineering, some are still in their early 20s.
• Locations (Remote): Preference for the following cities and their surrounding regions Riyadh, Dubai, Damascus, London.

Bonus if you've:

• Made $1K+ freelancing/online
• Built your own company/side hustle before
• Published Research
• Lead organizations/ managed teams
• Had 2+ years experience in operations, consulting, sales, marketing, or high-growth environments

What you'll actually do:

• Manage strategic projects that directly impact revenue and growth
• Build and optimize go-to-market systems: lead generation, sales processes, customer success workflows
• Handle executive-level communications with stakeholders, investors, and key clients
• Support strategic planning, market analysis, and competitive intelligence
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across sales, marketing, and operations
• Create executive presentations, board reports, and strategic documentation
• Implement and optimize business systems (CRM, analytics, automation tools)
• Act as the founder's integrator - connecting dots across different business functions

What we're looking for:

• Freelancing or entrepreneurial experience strongly preferred - you understand client relationships and business ownership
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and see how different business functions connect
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to optimize systems for revenue impact
• Executive-level communication skills - you can present to investors and stakeholders
• Technical proficiency with business systems and rapid learning ability
• Strategic mindset combined with hands-on execution capability
• Comfortable working evening hours (4pm-12am MENA time) with US/UK clients
• Fluent English communication and cultural awareness for international clients
• Ability to surprise us - show us something exceptional you've built, created, or accomplished

What makes this opportunity unique:

• Work directly with successful entrepreneurs who are scaling 7-8 figure businesses
• Gain exposure to multiple industries: PE, healthcare, education, eCommerce, B2B services
• Develop expertise at the intersection of two of the hottest roles in startups
• Comprehensive development program with ongoing mentorship from successful operators
• Clear progression path from Operations Associate to Partner and Chief of Staff level
• Performance-based compensation increases tied to client success
• Evening work schedule allows you to maintain other commitments during regular hours
• Work with founders who value results over hours, output over presenceGrowth trajectory: This isn't just a job - it's a launchpad. The best operators work with clients for 1-3 years, then either advance to senior strategic roles or start their own ventures with our backing. We're building the entrepreneurs of tomorrow.

Working style:

• Evening-focused schedule (4pm-12am MENA time) aligning with US/UK business hours
• Project-based work with clear deliverables and success metrics
• High autonomy with regular check-ins and strategic guidance
• Flexible intensity based on client needs and your availability
• Results-oriented culture - we care about impact, not time tracking

Compensation: Performance-based rates that scale with your client impact and strategic contribution

Ready to surprise us? We don't just want your CV. Show us something exceptional you've created, built, or accomplished. A project, a business, a solution, a creative work - anything that demonstrates your ability to figure things out and drive results.

Applications close September 23rd.

• This opportunity is for operators who want to build something bigger than a traditional career. If you're looking for predictable hours and standard employee benefits, this isn't for you. If you want to work directly with successful founders and develop the skills to build your own ventures, let's talk.