Chief of Staff to Josh Kopelman

About the role

Josh Kopelman, a Partner at First Round, is seeking a Chief of Staff to join his team in either New York or Philadelphia. The initial 90 days will be spent in-person with Josh in Philadelphia.

Responsibilities

• Managing and tracking new investment opportunities
• Conducting research and investment diligence
• Managing Josh’s projects and events
• Initiating and leading special projects (building internal products and programs, research deep dives, etc.)
• Driving First Round's internal AI and tooling work – helping shape, test, and operationalize the products and automations the partnership uses day-to-day
• Managing and tracking relationships and communication within the First Round community and partner networks
• Managing and processing email communication
• Ensuring Josh is ready for every meeting and moment — prioritizing his time and days around what matters most
• Overseeing scheduling and contact management performed by executive assistant

Requirements

This role is not an associate position nor a partner-track role. Instead, it is an ideal opportunity to get involved with building incredible companies and to learn from the best of the best. Candidates should have at least 3–5 years of working experience.

Qualifications

You're fascinated by technology and how today's entrepreneurs are shaping the future. You don't necessarily need deep knowledge of the venture capital industry, but you should be excited about the field and eager to learn the business quickly. Most importantly, you are a fast learner and laser focused on execution with the drive to get things done. You're deeply organized, detail oriented and reliable above all else. You're a great teammate with no ego who is self-motivating and takes initiative. You're curious and intuitive — a creative and unconventional thinker, yet also highly analytical and logical. You're a fantastic (and prolific) writer and pride yourself on thoughtful, eloquent communication. You are observant (and caught the typo in the prior sentence). You know the right questions to ask, as well as when to listen and learn. You have the polish and presence to regularly interact with seasoned CEOs, founders and entrepreneurs.

Skills

You have the ability to manage and track new investment opportunities, conduct research and investment diligence, manage projects and events, initiate and lead special projects, drive internal AI and tooling work, manage relationships and communication, process email communication, ensure readiness for meetings, oversee scheduling and contact management, and write effectively.

Benefits

First Round offers competitive compensation, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

$170K+

Schedule

The role is full-time and based in either New York or Philadelphia.