Assistant to the CEO / Operations Lead (m/w/d)
About i5growth:
As a tech investor and growth accelerator, the primary focus of i5growth is to support extraordinary founding teams with all aspects of growth. The companies we work with have global ambitions and typically manage to scale rapidly, becoming market leaders.
Operating out of Vienna and San Francisco the i5 team has set up over 150 strategic deals and partnerships with companies such as Google, Salesforce, Verisign, Samsung, Cisco, Telefonica, NBC, Naspers, Volkswagen, Amdocs, IAC, Pfizer/Zoetis, Microsoft, Facebook, Nvidia, Airbus, Toronto Stock Exchange, and many other global tier-1 technology giants. Operating out of the heart of Vienna (1020), i5growth is working alongside founders in areas such as positioning, business development, growth marketing, product management, recruiting, and corporate development.
We are looking for an Operations Lead at i5growth in Vienna
As i5 continues to grow in 2025, we seek to hire a motivated and adaptable individual to support our senior team as Operations Lead / Assistant to the CEO. As an operator, the successful candidate will provide leadership support, manage special projects, and oversee back-office management. Your responsibility is to ensure that activities within the organization are streamlined and aligned with the CEO's priorities. As a result, the right candidate for the job will contribute to the company's long-term success. We firmly believe that the companies we work with will change the world and are honored to be part of the many incredible stories already told and yet to be written. Join us now for the latter
Tasks
* Act as an operational partner to the CEO, supporting senior management and reporting directly to the CEO
* Support the execution of strategy by leading special projects, strategic initiatives, and key priorities from the CEO's office
* Oversee and optimize company-wide processes (e.g. back-office, recruiting, accounting, contract management, deal pipeline, multi-project tracking)
* Organize international travel, conferences, events, and high-level meetings
* Manage operational and financial planning tasks on behalf of the CEO
* Enable effective decision-making by ensuring the CEO has access to the right information at the right time
Requirements
* You are a people person who brings positive energy, enjoys collaboration, and helps the team thrive
* Degree in business, management, communication, marketing, or equivalent experience in a similar role
* 2+ years of relevant experience (e.g. executive assistant, consulting, investment banking, VC, M&A, corporate development, law) or in a scaling tech/start-up environment.
* Strong strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep interest in the global tech industry
* Excellent analytical skills, fast decision-making, and a hands-on, independent mindset
* Fluent in German and English, with excellent written and verbal communication
* Highly organized, flexible, and a quick learner
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Slack, collaboration tools, and AI tools like ChatGPT
Offer
* An amazing working environment (Loft-office and people from all backgrounds and nationalities) with an international mindset
* Working with the most exciting global brands in Technology & Internet
* Working with highly experienced founders, serial entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders - VCs/Investment Banking/Entrepreneurs/Corporates
* Direct collaboration with founders and the i5 ecosystem in CEE/US
* Unique and young team spirit and dynamic work environment
* Attractive compensation package
* Flexible working hours
Details about this job
Full Time (Permanent employment)
* Monday to Friday
* 40 hours
Place of work
* Wien
Must-have skills
* Operations Management
Required languages
* German C2
* English C1
Salary
The collective agreement minimum salary is 40,000 EUR gross per year (on a 40-hour basis). The actual minimum salary is 40,000 EUR gross per year (on a 40-hour basis), the actual salary depends on your qualifications and experience. The salary is paid 14 times per year. In addition, a yearly bonus is paid.
CA minimum salary 40,000 EUR
All infos regarding your application
Required application documents:
* Résumé
Contact person
Lea Juric
Talent Acquisition
Please note that we can only consider your application if you are an EU Citizen or have a valid work permit for Austria.
i5growth is committed to considering all applications as quickly as possible. We will give careful consideration to all applications received; however, due to the competitive nature of the applications we receive, we may be unable to provide one-on-one follow-up to everyone. Thank you for your understanding.