About the Position Bluefish is seeking an exceptional operator with the range to work across every part of the business to join as Strategy & Operations Manager. As a key member of the Chief of Staff's team, you'll own strategic and operational work that helps scale an early-stage company, with the visibility, breadth, and ownership that accelerates careers.
What You'll Be Doing- Serve as a connective layer across functions (product, finance, go-to-market, people) identifying gaps, resolving misalignment, and keeping critical initiatives on track
- Lead and execute strategic projects end-to-end: scoping, structuring analysis, developing recommendations, and driving to decision and implementation
- Build the analytical frameworks and quantitative models that inform the company's most important decisions
- Prepare high-quality materials for executive, board, and investor audiences; distill complex topics into clear, compelling narratives
- Manage the operating cadence of the Chief of Staff function including leadership team rhythms, strategic planning cycles, and quarterly priorities
- Take on special projects with urgency and ownership, often in ambiguous, fast-moving situations
Qualifications- 5+ years of professional experience, with a background in strategy consulting (top-tier firm), investment banking, or an internal strategy or operations role at a fast-growing company
- Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills; comfortable building models and translating data into decision-ready insight
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; able to build polished, executive-quality presentations and complex models
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interfacing directly with C-suite leadership
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives without formal authority and build trust across teams
- Highly resourceful and self-directed; able to step into any part of the business and figure it out
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment and comfort working in a small team
- Willingness to operate at any altitude and take on whatever the business requires
- Advanced user of AI tools with practical experience deploying them to accelerate work and drive operational improvements (preferred)
What We Look For:- Demonstrated grit and resourcefulness. You find creative solutions, adapt quickly, and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Thoughtful and strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate needs, ask the right questions, and deliver insights that truly drive value.
- Proven ability to collaborate across functions and roles, fostering open communication and shared ownership of outcomes.
- Commitment to craftsmanship. You take pride in delivering high-quality work, paying attention to the small details while keeping the big picture in mind.
- Self-starter with a proactive mindset and a strong sense of accountability. You can drive projects forward independently while staying aligned with team goals.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and learning new tools, processes, or technologies to get the job done.
