Business Operations Associate

We Love AI Jobs; San Francisco (CA); In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health benefits

Wellness days

Flexible PTO

Parental leave

Co-working space reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Wonderschool is seeking a highly strategic Business Operations Associate to support the executive team and drive efficiency across the organization. You will oversee major initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and optimize processes with data-driven insights.

The role emphasizes working with AI tools and advanced data analysis to improve performance, reporting, and stakeholder communications. On-site in San Francisco, with a focus on scalable growth.

Competenze

• 2+ years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, venture capital, business operations, or a strategic role at a high-growth startup
• Strong leadership and team-building skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Demonstrated ability to build and automate with AI tools
• Expert MS Excel / Google Sheets skills with financial modeling and large data handling

Mansioni

• Strategic Oversight: Support senior leadership in developing and executing business strategies.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a liaison between senior leaders and departments to ensure smooth project execution.
• Project & Initiative Management: Oversee key business projects from inception to completion, on time and on budget.
• Executive Support: Prepare presentations and reports, aligning priorities for the leadership team.
• Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements to scale operations.
• Performance Metrics & Reporting: Create KPIs and regularly report insights to leadership.
• Problem Solving & Decision Support: Address bottlenecks and drive data-driven solutions.
• Organizational Alignment: Align departments with executive priorities and lead cross-functional initiatives.

Conoscenze

MS Excel

Google Sheets

Financial modeling

KPI reporting

AI tools

Descrizione del lavoro

# Business Operations AssociateWonderschoolSan FranciscoFull-timeUpload your resume once and Scout applies for youApply with ScoutShare this job:LinkedInXSave imageThe Business Operations Associate supports the executive team and coordinates cross-functional initiatives, reporting, and process improvements. The role also tracks business metrics and is expected to build and automate with AI tools.* Permanent* On-site* 2+ years### Skills and expertiseMS ExcelGoogle SheetsFinancial modelingKPI reportingAI tools### Key responsibilities* Support senior leaders in developing strategies, setting goals, and tracking organizational progress.* Manage cross-functional projects, timelines, stakeholders, and executive communications.* Analyze business performance and improve workflows using metrics and process changes.## How this job comparesCompared with 230 open junior operations jobs on October 10, 2026.Pay: This job does not publish its pay. The 31 open junior operations jobs that publish US pay start at $74K a year on average.Similar open jobs: We Love AI Jobs lists 230 open junior operations jobs at 76 companies.Remote work: This job is on site. 7 of the 230 junior operations jobs (3%) are remote.AI in this role: Medium. The role uses AI tools and works with AI systems as a regular part of the job. The role requires the ability to build and automate with AI tools, but its core work is business operations and executive support. The posting does not indicate that AI work is part of the daily routine.## Full descriptionPosition Summary:Wonderschool is harnessing the power of technology to provide comprehensive support to child care providers operating out of their homes as well as in the government and non-profit sectors. Our products enable child care providers to create high-quality environments and meet the demands of their business, while also helping parents in need of childcare solutions through the creation of an accessible marketplace.Wonderschool is seeking a highly strategic and results-driven Business Operations Associate to play a key role in supporting the executive team and driving business efficiency across the organization. This position will provide high-level operational support, including overseeing key business initiatives, managing complex projects, streamlining internal processes, and acting as a liaison between senior leadership and departments. The ideal candidate will combine strong operational expertise with a high level of initiative and leadership skills.Responsibilities:• Strategic Oversight: Support senior leadership (CEO/Executive Team) in developing and executing business strategies. Assist with setting organizational goals, tracking progress, and ensuring alignment across departments• Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a point of contact between senior leaders and various departments (e.g., HR, finance, marketing, operations), ensuring smooth communication and effective project execution across teams• Project & Initiative Management: Oversee and manage key business projects from inception to completion, ensuring that goals are met on time, on budget, and with high quality. Manage project timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations• Executive Support: Provide high-level operational support to the executive team, including preparing presentations and reports and ensuring alignment on priorities.• Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies in workflows and propose process improvements to enhance operational performance across teams. Streamline internal processes to support business growth and scalability• Performance Metrics & Reporting: Create and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business performance. Regularly report insights to the leadership team and recommend actionable steps based on data-driven analysis• Problem Solving & Decision Support: Proactively identify business challenges and operational bottlenecks. Work directly with leadership to find solutions and implement changes that improve the overall business performance• Organizational Alignment: Foster alignment between departments and the executive team, ensuring that organizational priorities are clearly communicated and executed at every level. Lead cross-functional meetings and initiatives to drive focus and collaborationRequired Qualifications:• 2+ years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, venture capital, business operations, or a strategic role at a high-growth startup• Must have strong leadership and team-building skills; and ability to collaborate cross-functionally in an effective manner• Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture and make decisions that drive the business forward• Demonstrated ability to build and automate with AI tools• Expert MS Excel / Google Sheets skills - candidate should be comfortable with financial modeling and working with large amounts of data• 5-6 days a week in office in Rincon Hill, San Francisco, with travel as neededWhat We Offer:Wonderschool offers a competitive benefits package, including the following:• Health benefits offer up to 100% coverage for employee premiums and up to 80% for dependents• Wifi, Employee Wellness, and co-working space reimbursements offered to all employees• A flexible PTO plan, paid holidays, and mental wellness days• Highly competitive parental leave policies, eligible to qualified individuals after 6-months of employment• An autonomous workplace that prioritizes health and wellness to ensure our employees can produce their best work while achieving their personal and professional goals