Recruiting from Scratch
Who is Recruiting from Scratch:
Recruiting from Scratch is a specialized talent firm dedicated to helping companies build exceptional teams. We partner closely with our clients to deeply understand their needs, then connect them with top-tier candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right fit for the company’s culture and vision. Our mission is simple: place the best people in the right roles to drive long-term success for both clients and candidates.
Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first. https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/ Title of Role: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Location:
New York, NY or San Francisco, CA Company Stage of Funding:
Early-Stage Venture Capital Fund Office Type:
Hybrid (4–5 days per week in office) Salary:
$150,000 – $300,000 base, plus performance-based incentives Company Description We are partnered with one of the world’s most active early-stage venture capital funds, backing over 500 companies across industries with a combined portfolio valuation exceeding $100B. Their track record includes 30+ unicorns and a deep network of elite limited partners, executives, and founders. This firm is not just funding the next wave of category-defining startups—they are actively shaping the future of technology through their close collaboration with entrepreneurs, LPs, and industry leaders. Joining their lean, entrepreneurial team means exposure to groundbreaking startups, high-growth venture operations, and an unparalleled platform for building long-term impact. What You Will Do As Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will be the connective tissue across all core functions—investing, finance, LP relations, and operations. This role is a unique opportunity to bring clarity and structure to a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Key responsibilities include: Oversee and streamline fund operations, ensuring efficient processes across investing, LP relations, finance, and general operations. Manage the execution of investment processes, including capital calls, documentation, and portfolio company disbursements. Partner with leadership to align strategic initiatives and drive cross-functional collaboration. Build scalable processes and systems to ensure smooth coordination across internal teams and third-party stakeholders. Support organizational growth by contributing to hiring, team management, and operational excellence initiatives. Ideal Candidate Background
Experience (2–6 years):
Operational or project management experience where you coordinated across multiple stakeholders (internal and external). Strong background in
investment banking, management consulting, or venture/private equity operations , OR operational leadership at a high-growth startup. Demonstrated ability to manage demanding timelines with precision, reliability, and attention to detail. Comfortable in a fast-paced, unstructured environment where priorities evolve quickly. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams, LPs, and external partners. Excited about operational excellence within the venture capital ecosystem (without necessarily aspiring to become an investor). Preferred
Direct experience with fund operations, including capital calls, legal documentation, or portfolio company disbursements. Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university with strong academic performance. Track record of thriving in high-growth, entrepreneurial settings. Compensation, Benefits, and Other Details
Base salary:
$150,000 – $300,000, commensurate with experience. Upside potential:
Significant long-term wealth-building opportunity through performance-based incentives. Exposure:
Direct collaboration with top founders, LPs, and investors shaping the next generation of category-defining startups. Growth environment:
Fast-paced and intellectually rigorous, with opportunities to expand responsibility quickly.
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Recruiting from Scratch is a specialized talent firm dedicated to helping companies build exceptional teams. We partner closely with our clients to deeply understand their needs, then connect them with top-tier candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right fit for the company’s culture and vision. Our mission is simple: place the best people in the right roles to drive long-term success for both clients and candidates.
Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first. https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/ Title of Role: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Location:
New York, NY or San Francisco, CA Company Stage of Funding:
Early-Stage Venture Capital Fund Office Type:
Hybrid (4–5 days per week in office) Salary:
$150,000 – $300,000 base, plus performance-based incentives Company Description We are partnered with one of the world’s most active early-stage venture capital funds, backing over 500 companies across industries with a combined portfolio valuation exceeding $100B. Their track record includes 30+ unicorns and a deep network of elite limited partners, executives, and founders. This firm is not just funding the next wave of category-defining startups—they are actively shaping the future of technology through their close collaboration with entrepreneurs, LPs, and industry leaders. Joining their lean, entrepreneurial team means exposure to groundbreaking startups, high-growth venture operations, and an unparalleled platform for building long-term impact. What You Will Do As Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will be the connective tissue across all core functions—investing, finance, LP relations, and operations. This role is a unique opportunity to bring clarity and structure to a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Key responsibilities include: Oversee and streamline fund operations, ensuring efficient processes across investing, LP relations, finance, and general operations. Manage the execution of investment processes, including capital calls, documentation, and portfolio company disbursements. Partner with leadership to align strategic initiatives and drive cross-functional collaboration. Build scalable processes and systems to ensure smooth coordination across internal teams and third-party stakeholders. Support organizational growth by contributing to hiring, team management, and operational excellence initiatives. Ideal Candidate Background
Experience (2–6 years):
Operational or project management experience where you coordinated across multiple stakeholders (internal and external). Strong background in
investment banking, management consulting, or venture/private equity operations , OR operational leadership at a high-growth startup. Demonstrated ability to manage demanding timelines with precision, reliability, and attention to detail. Comfortable in a fast-paced, unstructured environment where priorities evolve quickly. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams, LPs, and external partners. Excited about operational excellence within the venture capital ecosystem (without necessarily aspiring to become an investor). Preferred
Direct experience with fund operations, including capital calls, legal documentation, or portfolio company disbursements. Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university with strong academic performance. Track record of thriving in high-growth, entrepreneurial settings. Compensation, Benefits, and Other Details
Base salary:
$150,000 – $300,000, commensurate with experience. Upside potential:
Significant long-term wealth-building opportunity through performance-based incentives. Exposure:
Direct collaboration with top founders, LPs, and investors shaping the next generation of category-defining startups. Growth environment:
Fast-paced and intellectually rigorous, with opportunities to expand responsibility quickly.
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