Maple Drive
We're building the future of executive search for UHNW individuals and family offices. As a bootstrapped, AI-powered startup, we need a Head of Operations to own our operational engine while our CEO focuses on product and clients.
The Role
Take complete ownership of operations from day one:
Financial planning and P&L management
Build scalable systems and processes
Hire and manage lean, effective teams
Implement AI tools to multiply our efficiency
Who You Are
4-7 years building operations (startup or consulting experience ideal)
Track record of doing more with less
Comfortable with AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, EXA, Serif, Origami Agents, Gumloop, etc.)
Thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
Comfortable working with executive-level and UHNW clients
Excited to own outcomes, not just advise
What Makes This Different
Real ownership: You run ops like it's your business
Bootstrapped discipline: Smart growth without burning cash
AI leverage: Use tools to compete with firms 50x our size
Direct impact: Your work directly unlocks our growth
Compensation
Base: $180-220K + bonus
Equity: meaningful ownership
Location: SF Bay Area preferred, remote possible
Seniority level
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Seniority level Executive Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Executive Search Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Maple Drive by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Head of Operations” roles.
South San Francisco, CA $260,000.00-$325,000.00 2 months ago Sr Operations Manager (Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm)
San Leandro, CA $144,773.00-$160,000.00 2 weeks ago Senior Operations Manager - Unusual Ventures
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Chief of Staff to our Head of GTM & Revenue
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Santa Clara, CA $160,000.00-$270,250.00 26 minutes ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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