OPERATIONS MANAGER
Onsite/Hybrid (Graz, Austria) | Full-time/Part-time
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized and people-focused individual who will ensure that TACEO's internal operations, finance workflows, and people & culture processes continue to run smoothly and evolve as the company grows. You'll join a supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together and values trust, ownership, and collaboration.
TACEO is building the future of digital privacy - technology that lets people and companies work with sensitive data without ever exposing it. You don't need a technical background to be part of this mission.
What TACEO offers
* A growing startup with an international team, based in Graz.
* A fulfilling, high-performance workplace where impact and enjoyment matter equally.
* Strong personal development opportunities in a fast-growing, internationally active organization.
* Flexible working hours, part-time options (min. 30 hrs/week), and hybrid work possibilities.
* A competitive compensation package.
* A warm, collaborative team culture where people support each other and celebrate wins together.
What you'll be responsible for
People & Culture / Human Resources (HR)
* Manage the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, contracts and offboarding.
* Conduct regular employee check-ins and support a positive, open feedback culture.
* Organize internal events, team-building activities, and company merchandise.
* Build and continuously improve HR and people-related processes and internal workflows.
Finance & Controlling
* Prepare invoices, manage payments, and maintain accurate financial documentation.
* Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
* Prepare regular controlling reports for management and shareholders.
* Maintain ongoing communication with the external tax consultancy agency, ensuring smooth payroll, accounting, and compliance processes.
Operations & Administration
* Support with legal and administrative contract preparation across product development, HR, and funding.
* Ensure that company-wide workflows run reliably and continuously improve them where needed.
* Support internal communication and smooth day-to-day operations.
What's happening in your first 6 months
* Take ownership of day-to-day operations across HR, finance, and administration.
* Build trust with employees through regular check-ins and supportive communication.
* Become fully familiar with TACEO's financial cycles and contribute independently to budgeting, planning, and controlling.
* Lead internal event planning and support culture-related initiatives.
* Identify and implement 1–2 improvements in internal workflows, documentation, or tools.
* Ensure that office operations, internal communication, and organizational structures run smoothly and reliably.
Who we're looking for
We value real skills and mindset. You'll thrive here if you:
* Have a university degree (law is a plus, but not required).
* Work proactively and take ownership of your tasks and responsibilities.
* Are structured, reliable, and able to balance multiple topics at once.
* Communicate clearly, empathetically, and with a team-oriented mindset.
* Are hands-on, pragmatic, and not afraid to dive into new topics or tools.
* Enjoy working in a fast-moving, collaborative startup environment.
* Have excellent skills in written and spoken English.
Bonus points if you
* Have experience in HR, operations, office management, or finance-related roles.
* Have previously worked in a startup or fast-scaling organization.
* Bring interest in privacy tech, cryptography, or Web3 (not required but nice to have).
* Have proficiency in German at B2 level or higher.
How we work
At TACEO, we believe in:
* Curiosity – because we're building things most people haven't seen before.
* Openness – we give and receive feedback clearly and constructively.
* Ambition – we aim high and hold ourselves to exceptional standards.
How to apply
* Email us at
* Include
Operations Manager
in your subject line.
* Briefly tell us your
motivation
, why you're excited about joining TACEO.
* Send a
CV
, portfolio, or anything that shows your experience.
Learn more about TACEO at our website and read the latest articles in TACEO Core.