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Strategic Project Associate

Executes large-scale AI training projects by sourcing and managing domain experts, driving $10M+ revenue, and collaborating with operations and engineering teams. Targets exceptional recent grads with consulting/finance/startup experience and strong analytical/communication skills.

120k – 120kSan Francisco, CABusiness OperationsOnsiteEntry level

About the role

Key Responsibilities

  • Generate $10M+ in revenue by executing large-scale projects on behalf of leading AI labs and tech companies
  • Source, vet, and manage the performance of hundreds of domain experts from different disciplines (e.g., software engineering, medicine, law)
  • Foster strong relationships with researchers at leading AI labs and tech companies, anticipating client needs and identifying opportunities for project expansion
  • Collaborate closely with the wider Operations team to execute project strategies, meet client objectives, and drive process optimizations
  • Interface with the Engineering & Machine Learning team to improve the Mercor platform

What Are We Looking For?

  • Experience in consulting, finance, startups, or similar organizations
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Experience working with customers

Compensation

  • Base cash compensation $120k
  • Generous equity grant vested over 4 years
  • A $7.5K relocation bonus (if moving to the Bay Area)
  • $10K housing bonus (if you live within 0.5 miles of our office)
  • $1.5K monthly stipend for meals
  • Free Equinox membership
  • $200 monthly laundry reimbursement
  • $200 monthly personal wellness reimbursement
  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match

Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProject ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementProcess OptimizationRevenue GenerationTalent SourcingExpert VettingAi Project Execution

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