Startup Business Associate | A-Players

A-Players, a premier service company, specializes in providing high-level administrative and operational support to startups. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join us as a Startup Business Associate. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and operational support to C-level executives of US-based tech startups, with a focus on business development, fundraising, financial management, and overall company operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Own execution and follow-through by translating leadership priorities into clear actions, tracking progress, and ensuring alignment across stakeholders.

• Support founder decision-making through structured research, analysis, and concise recommendations.

• Act as a communication extension of C-level executives, drafting and managing high-impact internal and external communications.

• Build and maintain lightweight systems and trackers (e.g., Notion, Google Sheets, CRM) to support scalable operations and visibility.

• Support business development, fundraising, and financial planning through research, materials preparation, coordination, and tracking.

• Provide executive-level operational support, including calendar, inbox, meetings, and travel coordination.

• Operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous startup environments, adapting priorities and balancing speed with quality.

Job Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (C1+), with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and in different tones depending on context.

• Ability to work aligned with US business hours (East and/or West Coast) and collaborate effectively in a distributed team.

• Proven ability to organize work, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced startup environment.

• Strong analytical and structured thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize information and support decision-making.

• High level of ownership, reliability, and follow-through; comfortable operating with limited context and changing priorities.

• AI-driven mindset — actively uses AI and automation tools to increase speed, quality, and efficiency of work.

• Prior experience in an administrative, operations, consulting, or business support role; startup experience is a strong plus.

• Willingness to complete the A-Players Startup Training Program as part of the onboarding and development process.

About the A-Players Startup Training Program

Every new Business Associate joins our Startup Training Program — a focused, intensive launchpad that ensures you’re fully equipped for the startup environment.

The program lasts 1–3 weeks (depending on your background and prior experience) and is designed to cover the most important areas of startup operations. You’ll get the chance to:

• Work through real startup scenarios — from marketing and investor research to managing calendars, inboxes, and team workflows.

• Access A-Players’ internal knowledge base with proven playbooks, templates, and case studies from U.S. impact-driven startups.

• Receive personalized feedback and coaching to sharpen both your hard and soft skills.

Learn practical, transferable methods to thrive in lean, high-growth teams.

For junior candidates, this program is a structured step into the startup world.
For middle and senior candidates, it acts as a calibration and fast-track onboarding to align with A-Players’ standards and client expectations.

Being an A-Players’ Business Associate means

• Remote-first work in a globally distributed, high-performing team.

• Performance-based growth with transparent salary and role reviews.

• Strong ownership culture where initiative, judgment, and impact matter.

• 20 paid vacation days + unlimited sick leave.

• Structured onboarding and continuous learning through internal workshops and training.

• Access to the internal knowledge base and premium tools.

Recruiting Flow

1. Initial interview with the Team Lead.

2. Take-home test assignment.

3. In-depth interview with our CEO (optional).

4. Offer.

5. Reference check.

Note: Salary for this position depends on your experience and the results of the test assignment.

If you are an ambitious, organized, and detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of business and financial concepts, we invite you to apply for the role of Startup Business Associate. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a startup environment while contributing to the growth of innovative companies. Join A-Players, a service company that prides itself on providing top-notch support to its clients.