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Strategic Projects Associate

125k – 200kChicago, ILBusiness OperationsOnsiteEntry level
Summary

As a Strategic Projects Associate, you will support high-priority initiatives across Corgi, focusing on research, regulatory work, new initiatives, and cross-functional problem-solving. You will partner with leadership and gain visibility into building a fast-growing company.

About the role

What You'll Do

  • Support high-priority strategic initiatives across the business.
  • Conduct research on markets, competitors, regulations, and emerging opportunities.
  • Draft and organize written materials including analyses, filings, presentations, and internal documentation.
  • Help evaluate and execute new projects, partnerships, and operational initiatives.
  • Translate ambiguous problems into structured recommendations and action plans.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to move projects forward.
  • Build systems, documentation, and processes that support Corgi’s growth.

What We’re Looking For

  • Curious, intellectually driven, and eager to learn quickly.
  • Strong researcher and clear communicator with excellent written skills.
  • Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Comfortable working through ambiguity and figuring things out independently.
  • High ownership mindset and willingness to tackle unfamiliar problems.
  • Excited by growth, steep learning curves, and meaningful responsibility.

Why This Role

  • High visibility and direct exposure to company-building.
  • Broad scope across strategy, research, and special projects.
  • Opportunity to grow alongside a rapidly scaling company.
  • Meaningful ownership early in your career.
  • Work that is challenging, varied, and high impact.
Skills
ResearchCommunicationWritingOrganizationProblem Solving
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