Strategic Projects Lead
True Talent Solutions Partners · San Francisco · onsite
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join an early-stage AI marketplace team and own expert delivery projects for AI research clients. This client-facing role combines project operations, expert recruitment, and problem-solving to ensure projects are delivered successfully and accounts grow over time.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Manage several expert delivery projects at once across human data and market research.
- Lead client communication, share proactive updates, negotiate project requirements, and advise clients on delivery strategy.
- Recruit and reactivate experts from an internal panel to meet project needs.
- Identify delivery bottlenecks and feasibility issues, then work with engineering on product or process improvements.
- Build strong client relationships by delivering high-quality projects and identifying opportunities to grow accounts.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Zero to two years of experience in consulting, project delivery, delivery operations, or an operationally intensive startup environment; recent graduates are welcome.
- Experience owning projects end to end, including expert recruitment, client communication, and fulfillment.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to hold your ground with enterprise stakeholders.
- A proactive, hands-on approach to solving problems and improving products or processes in fast-moving environments.
- A bachelor's degree from a strong U.S. university or one to two years of experience at a high-growth startup.
- Experience with AI, expert marketplaces, or staffing platforms is relevant.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base salary is $120,000 to $160,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is available.
LOCATION
On-site in San Francisco, California, five days per week, with flexibility to work a sixth day. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to San Francisco.