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