Chief Of Staff, Fractional

Chief of Staff

We are seeking a high achieving and self-motivated leader to be the right hand to the Chief

Executive Officer of Boundless Impact Research & Analytics, a market intelligence and impact

analytics firm that provides quantitative and evidence-based research and data for investors,

companies, and funds. As a key position, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the many

facets of Boundless, which is one of the few truly independent and industry-grade research

analytics firms validating data using established scientific methods. You will work shoulder to

shoulder with an established executive–a practical alternative to the MBA for an ambitious and

ultra-capable generalist. You will be driving results in everything from strategic projects, product

development, marketing and administrative and operational details as the firm achieves its

ambitious goals. This position is hybrid, working both virtually and onsite and will include

overseeing and managing staff.

Things change fast and frequently here, so we need someone at the top of their game who can

shift gears, change directions, and keep going at pace. You must be a smart, strategic thinker and

a tactical executor with strong attention to detail and passion for climate solutions. Project skills,

emotional intelligence, and business savvy all come into play here and you will use them every day

as you provide almost invisible background support with little direction and play a silent leadership

role within the firm.

Who We Are

Boundless is an industry research and environmental impact analytics firm that provides

objective and actionable information to move investment dollars more quickly toward clean

technologies and climate solutions. Our science-based, data-driven approach is grounded in

the proven methodology of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). The scores and metrics derived are

trustworthy and reliable because they are unbiased and validated by external industry and/or

scientific experts. Boundless has the capabilities to perform rapid (and screening) LCA, LCA

consistent with ISO 14040, and Scope 1,2,3 emissions inventories.

Boundless has completed assessments of dozens of cleantech products and projects —ranging

from renewable energy, circular economy, HVAC and disinfection technologies, bioenergy and

bioproducts, and innovative water and wastewater technologies. The resulting company

reports frequently influenced investor decisions.

Requirements:

Business Operations Management

• Support Research Team with ongoing resource planning and allocation, adjusting goals and expectations with project tracker, and managing budget
• Execute administrative processes that enable organizational efficiency, profitability, and growth
• Onboard and manage vendors and experts. Manage contracts to ensure delivery and quality of services are within established terms
• Ensure research projects are delivered on budget and schedule including accurate time tracking, proper utilization of resources, and high-quality documentation

Finance

• Maintain robust contracts management and reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are consistent and support operational requirements
• Manage accounts payable/receivables including payroll and customer billing
• Help manage relationships with external partners, customers, and members
• Continuously identify and pursue cost reduction and other efficiency opportunities
• Track and manage budget, forecasting. Provide financial reporting for Boundless management as well as external stakeholders
• Provide and manage quality documentation and financial details to bookkeeper and accountant

Human Resources

• Assist managers with their hiring needs including an ongoing class of interns
• Collaborate with onboarding and transitioning team members, as needed
• Administer all HR functions including full talent acquisition cycle, employee relations, data management, payroll, benefits planning and administration, visa sponsorship, compensation, and performance management
• Manage user onboarding onto business platforms - e.g., HubSpot, Harvest, and Justworks

Product Development

• Participate in and help manage product development and build out, assisting in coordinating work with tech development teams for our online research products
• Assist in recruiting and managing product development and data analytics talent
• Ensure projects deliver within agreed deadlines and operate within budget
• Interface with customers to gather and collect requirements and feedback on our products and services
• Manage relationships with customers and stakeholders throughout all phases of work and drive Boundless customers into repeat/subscription relationships
• Help manage ongoing development and process improvement of research products

Marketing

• Develop and manage timelines and weekly action plans to ensure campaigns are on track, and in sync with company developments;
• Develop a content plan for our public website to provide value to those who have not worked with us
• Help develop and implement a comprehensive digital marketing strategy
• Secure speaking opportunities at conferences, podcasts, webinars, and trade shows for our CEO and other key team members
• Work with our marketing team to improve SEO
• Identify compelling ideas, priorities and story-lines for specific media, event and social media initiatives

Special Projects

• Oversee upgrades in technical systems, software, and hardware, train team members on new system functionality.
• Assist CEO with all aspects of the business and support ad-hoc tasks, initiatives, and other special planning and departmental projects

Qualifications:

• Demonstrable interest and experience in designing scalable, efficient processes that enable rapid growth
• Ability to analyze and understand company financial projections and costs, and to interpret and analyze revenue models
• Track record of success in a rapidly-scaling start-up, venture capital or private-equity backed organization.
• Ability to translate highly technical environmental engineering and industry scenario analysis into business language
• Ability to help drive operations strategy based on research, data, business direction, and industry trends
• Excellent people management skills – able to effectively evaluate, mentor, and foster an environment of accountability
• 5-7 years of operations and program management
• Ability to learn new tools and applications when needed and advanced MS Office skills.
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment with demonstrated experience in new process implementation preferred and managing multiple product teams
• Bachelor’s degree from a well-respected accredited college or university.
• Passion for environmental data and analytics, and building products that make the world a better place
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively at all levels and cross-functionally.
• Strong technology skills and entrepreneurial attitude
• Personal integrity and a team-first mindset
• Superior written and verbal communication

If you’re a flexible powerhouse and are curious about the world of venture capital, this is an

excellent opportunity to join a firm that is growing fast and making a difference. You must be:

• Someone who enjoys opportunities to pitch in and help, when necessary, even if it means shuffling your own priorities on the fly (again) and stepping outside your job description.
• Highly organized, with excellent judgment as well as strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Friendly and professional in demeanor, with exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• An amazing multi-tasker with laser focus, highly intuitive, and able to anticipate the executive’s needs.
• Able to step into an unstructured world and provide that structure effectively.
• Able to see the big picture clearly and understand the long-term goals of the business.

Compensation: $6,700 - 7,000 monthly

About the Position

This position is contract part-time opportunity with the option to become permanent full-time depending on factors such as business growth, and the team members ability to demonstrate their value and contributions to the company.

Please send resume, salary requirements, and a short letter of interest to:

[email protected]