Chief of Staff
About Terra AI
We are building the state-of-the-art AI platform for the discovery and development of clean energy and mineral resources. We bring the most advanced techniques in generative AI, foundation modeling, and autonomous decision optimization to tackle the most important problems in the geosciences. These systems can help more reliably identify critical resource deposits, more rapidly measure and characterize them, and design more efficient and sustainable production plans.
We are backed by Khosla Ventures and other leading venture investors. We are now looking to grow our team from ~15 to ~30 by the end of the year to continue to mature our technology and support deployment with our world-class mineral and clean energy partners.
About the Role
This is a full-time, hybrid role for a Chief of Staff at Terra AI, located in Redwood City, CA. The Chief of Staff works directly with the CEO to support execution, drive cross-functional initiatives, and ensure strategic priorities translate into operational outcomes.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning and Execution (20%)
Partner with the CEO on setting, tracking, and executing company-level priorities
Translate strategic direction into clear execution plans and defined business processes across functions
Support company planning processes, operating cadence, and leadership decision-making
Be the connective layer between company leadership, staff, advisors, and vendors
Cross-Functional Initiatives (60%)
Own and drive high-priority cross-functional initiatives from definition through execution
Support early Series B fundraising efforts, including via defining and monitoring processes, identifying potential investors, coordinating pipeline, ensuring data room readiness, and managing investor Q&A
Support go-to-market execution, including via defining and monitoring processes, identifying potential clients and partners, coordinating pipeline, supporting commercial negotiation and contract formation, and managing client Q&A
Conduct structured research and analysis on markets, competitors, customers, and strategic opportunities
Support external-facing initiatives focused on strategic positioning, including PR, events, and executive communications
Opportunity to support early Investment Platform Development efforts in areas such as investments sourcing and diligence, fundraising, fund formation and legal processes
Business Operations (20%)
Drive HR and finance processes in partnership with external vendors and advisors
Form company policies, playbooks, and compliance-adjacent processes
Design and manage workflows for budgeting, approvals, reporting, and internal controls
Identify and implement improvements to workflows, tools, and operating processes
Manage office supply and setup, including lease, equipment and office supply purchases, and relevant vendors
We are looking for someone who is:
Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams without dropping balls
Able to own projects from start to finish, drive execution, and communicate effectively to company leadership, teams, investors, vendors, and advisors
Entrepreneurial and adaptable, with an ability and willingness to jump in wherever needed and operate effectively
Comfortable working closely with founders and senior leaders on commercially sensitive, high-impact initiatives
Suggested Requirements
Proven track record of managing complex projects and driving organizational initiatives
Suggested 2+ years prior experience in a relevant role at a software development company, including (but not exclusively) Chief of Staff, project management, business operations, finance or strategy roles; or prior experience at top-tier consulting or finance firms on relevant projects, including (but not exclusively) strategy, operations, change management, or growth
Bachelor’s degree in any field is required, MBA, data science/computer science/engineering/geosciences-adjacent degrees or entrepreneurial experience preferred
Ability to work from Redwood City, CA for at least 3 days per week (currently Monday, Wednesday, Friday) is highly preferred
Experience or strong interest in mining or energy-adjacent sectors is a plus
Experience in a high-growth startup environment is a plus