Operations Executive

[NOTE: Linkedin doesn't have 'anywhere in Europe' as an option, but that's the location setting. You can be located anywhere within the EU timezone, NOT just the UK!]If you love digital and tech startups, scaleups and the high pace, high energy environment that comes with it, yet you can make sense of priorities, remain calm and efficient in the midst of deadlines and changing priorities, this is for you.  The job? Build and run the operations of Europe’s leading funding system.About us.Fundraising Bootcamp is the UK and the EU’s top performing funding systems. We offer scaleup and startup CEOs a suite of high end programmes that get them to level up, raise funds like pros and scale their business faster without the costly mistakes. To date (July 2025) we have supported 300+ companies that raised £700m+ successfully using our method and tools. We’re sector agnostic, pan-European, and help the entire ecosystem (CEOs, investors, VCs, Gov funds, accelerators and more). We are a team of entrepreneurs, co-founded by Francois Mazoudier (linkedin) and Marcela Donatello (linkedin). More information on our website and Linkedin.We’re a fast-moving startup with big ambitions. There’s plenty to do, but we make room for laughs, learning, and a good GIF or two along the way. Now we are looking for a high energy, high integrity addition to our team; somebody who shares our values of autonomy, trust, organisation, and somebody who takes ownership. If you're looking for a role that requires structure with creative spontaneity, and where your work actually shapes a business, we'd love to meet you.Your role.You will build and run Ops, generally running a tight ship. You will help us keep processes and systems running smoothly while supporting our CEO with daily operations and some key projects. This is a critical role for the company to scale efficiently, so you will work directly with the CEO and the team.As most things here the role will evolve, morph and grow as you do. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, loves the experience of building a scaleup, and knows how to get stuff done without being micromanaged. If you prefer a job with ‘strategy', 'big picture thinking’ and ‘circling back' in the description, this is not the role for you. Operational support (70%)Chase, remind, nudge and poke other people inside and outside the team so that we all run on time and on budget.Liaise with our alumni, partners, suppliers and our entire ecosystem to ensure our programmes run smoothly.Keep our CRM (we are selecting a new one) clean and functionalManage data entry, tagging, pipelines, and list segmentation.Build and maintain lead and contact lists for outreach and emailsCreate simple, clear dashboards and reports to help the sales staff and understand what’s working (/not).Copywriting and email preparations Help us improve workflows, automation, and systems that make the sales process faster and easier.Prepare and update presentations, documents, proposals, contractsLiaise with our prospects, alumni and partners, following up with all so that all processes run smoothly and we don’t drop balls.Assist the CEO (30%)Manage the CEO’s calendar, helping him stay on track and focused (and occasionally reminding him to eat).Coordinate meetings, calls, follow-up emails and all changes Source, arrange, negotiate and book physical venues, transport, travel and other logistics for Bootcamps to take placeResearch and maintain a list of speaking opportunities, events and other exposure-building partnerships. Arrange and book/confirm speaking engagements..Take notes (we use a meeting transcription service) during key meetings, track follow-ups, and make sure nothing slips through the cracks.Handle occasional personal or admin tasks (we’re all human here).You have taste, originality and an aversion to things that feel mid.You’ll love it here if you have:A natural sense of order; you are organised with data, task lists, files, to-dos and calendars. You stay calm under pressure, switch contexts quickly, and still laugh at a good meme. You prioritise well, call out bullshit and if something feels like a waste of time you say so.Common sense. You must be able to think on your feet, in real time, look for solutions that aren’t written anywhere. From getting somewhere where all flights are full, to getting somebody who’s ghosting you to pick up, arranging a special delivery, hire a specialist on Fiverrr, etc.Perfect command of English, spoken and written. You will have that friendly but firm tone of voice and manage to convince others charmingly.Resourcefulness. You make the most of what is available. You figure stuff out. You re-arrange around issues and hurdles. You flag gaps in processes that can save us all a lot of time/effort.Experience working with CRM tools to keep an eye for clean, accurate data, list building, tracking leads.Experience sourcing venues, events, or speaking opportunities (or you can figure it out fast). This means a lot of phone calls and blagging.Very, very strong communication skills—you’re confident in writing, speaking, and following up. Multiple languages, or experience of dealing with non-native English speakers, is a plus. You will need to be smart, kind, and good at getting special treatment or favours from suppliers and partners.Strong sense of initiative. You will require to be very comfortable working autonomously without much supervision. Reliability. Once agreed, we consider it done. You do the things you say you are going to do and do not need chasing.Solid tech skills: Google Workspace, MS Office, Powerpoint, Notion, Whatsapp, AI and basic spreadsheet magic (bonus points if you’re good at automation and connectors, and triple points if you can code basic stuff).We do not require specific degrees or academic qualifications but common sense, initiative, organisation and some previous work experience. Nice to Have:Prior experience in a remote startup or high-growth environment.Prior sales and or marketing experience.Experience supporting C-level executives or founders.Multiple languages, multiple cultures, lived internationally.What You’ll Get:Flexible, fully remote work—work from anywhere with decent Wi-Fi.Lots of autonomy, responsibility and trust from day one.A smart, friendly team that values transparency, initiative, and GSD.Opportunities for growth in both operational and strategic areas.A front-row seat to the startup building journey, next to and with its CEO. It is sometimes messy and fast moving, but always exciting, and never boring.‘Sounds like you? ‘Wish to apply?> fm+hr@A CV and your Linkedin profileA quick note about why this role sounds like a good fit. Send us a voice note or video if that’s your thing, too.Key projects you worked or are working with/forReferences for the specific tasks listed above; be specific, include hard facts, data, before/after documents, anything that helps us get to know you and your past work.Your income expectations. Your StrengthFinder report if you have one (you should, and we’re big fans).

Created: 2025-07-23