Operations Lead

Location

Virginia

Posted

28 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

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Operations Lead

ErthSearch

Title: PingThings - Operations Lead Location: VA, USA Job Description: Operations Lead - Virginia (Remote) About ErthSearch ErthSearch is a recruitment agency specializing in placing top talent at ClimateTech startups and scaleups in the US. We believe the need for the right people is core to building a successful venture, and failure is not an option in the climate fight. The challenge: recruitment fees are often prohibitive. We are here to change that. Our cost model is transparent and affordable, so you can get the best talent on the market without it costing you an arm and a leg. Reach out if you want a genuine hiring partner – not another mercenary. About Our Client ErthSearch is working with PingThings, a CleanTech company revolutionizing how utility and sensor data is processed. Their core platform, The PredictiveGrid™, is an ultra-high-performance database and analytics engine designed to handle the massive influx of time-series data from the modern grid (from AMI to synchrophasors). They are a tight-knit team of about 30 people, solving hard computer science problems to make the electric grid smarter and more resilient. The Role We are seeking a high-agency, hands-on Business Operations Lead to absorb ambiguity and produce closure across our core business functions. This is not an administrative or executive-only position; it is a role for a "high-ownership" operator who removes execution-level burdens from the CEO by independently driving complex, undefined problems to resolution. You will navigate messy situations involving finance, tax, legal, and HR, acting as the primary driver who interfaces with external partners to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Qualifications & Skills Required - Strong ability to create structure and lead complex, cross-functional initiatives end-to-end - Broad experience managing business operations (tax, compliance, vendors, HR) - Proactive, action-oriented, and effective in handling stakeholders at all levels - Experience in fast-paced or resource-limited environments, building processes from scratch - Knowledgeable in financial and regulatory matters with sound independent judgment Nice to Have - Interest or experience in revenue operations, sales coordination, or strategic partnerships - Uses AI as a collaborative tool to improve productivity and support decision-making. - Preferably based in Virginia - Capable of handling or researching international hiring. Benefits - Competitive compensation package including a commission structure and the ability to earn equity. - Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance. - Significant opportunities for career advancement within a scaling technology company. Note [visa situation] This role requires US-Working Rights - the company is unable to sponsor visa transfers. Application If you are interested in this role and believe you are a good fit (ie: have broad experience managing business operations, including tax, compliance, vendors, and HR) apply today.

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