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Cold Start is looking for an exceptional Head of Operations / COO in SF or NYC to drive internal operations and support new companies in our portfolio. Each company we incubate is backed by tier‑1 VCs with $1.5M+ in committed day‑one capital . Our ventures benefit from a tested playbook that drives a 6× higher survival rate to Series B than the industry average – creating over $2B in portfolio value , including breakout successes such as 3Y Health and Berry Street.
The Role
We’re seeking a Head of Operations / COO to own and scale Cold Start’s internal operations while supporting our growing portfolio of venture‑backed startups. This is a high‑impact, high‑visibility role suited for a dynamic operator with a finance or consulting background – someone equally comfortable modeling cash flows, negotiating vendor agreements, and structuring multi‑entity operations.
This is an ideal fit for a former investment banker, management consultant, Chief of Staff, or business operations leader — especially someone who’s worked in VC‑backed, early‑stage, or high‑growth environments and thrives in fast‑paced, ambiguous settings.
Responsibilities
- Lead day‑to‑day operations for Cold Start Ventures and provide operational support to incubated startups
- Oversee financial planning, reporting, and compliance — from multi‑entity structuring and capital allocation to vendor management and audit readiness
- Develop and present partner‑ and investor‑ready materials, including performance dashboards and partner updates
- Drive special projects with founders including market analysis, fundraising processes, and GTM support
- Serveas a strategic partner to leadership on business development, venture structuring, and growth initiatives
Qualifications
- 5–8+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, venture/business operations, or finance leadership roles
- Able to come into our office in SF or NYC
- Strong financial acumen, with the ability to interpret data, manage budgets, and build scalable operational systems
- Proven experience operating in startup or early‑stage environments, comfortable with rapid change and context‑switching
- Exceptional communicator – able to synthesize complex information for executives, founders, and investors
- Resourceful, execution‑driven, and detail‑oriented, with a track record of leading cross‑functional initiatives
Bonus Points
- Experience in healthcare, fintech, or AI‑driven businesses
- Familiarity with fund administration, venture capital, or legal ops
- Multi‑entity or international operations experience
Why Join Us?
- $2B+ portfolio value created – including 3Y Health and Berry Street
- True co‑founder influence – your voice, equity, and leadership directly shape our future companies
- High autonomy and direct exposure to exceptional founders, investors, and early‑stage building
- Competitive compensation and equity
Ready to help us build the next generation of startups? Apply now.
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