Legalist

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Intro description: Legalist is an institutional alternative asset management firm. Founded in 2016 and incubated at Y Combinator, the firm uses data-driven technology to invest in credit assets at scale. We are always looking for talented people to join our team. Legalist is seeking an operationally-focused Chief of Staff to partner with our leadership team. As our Chief of Staff, you’ll be the go-to person for turning priorities into action, building and refining processes, and keeping cross-team initiatives on track. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives in the details, enjoys problem solving, and can bring structure to a fast-paced environment. Core responsibilities: Translate leadership priorities into actionable plans and ensure follow-through across teams Own and refine operational processes spanning investment operations, fundraising logistics, borrower engagement, and new business initiatives Build and maintain SOPs, workflows, and documentation to drive consistency and scalability Manage recurring and ad hoc projects such as quarterly onsite planning, investor reporting, fundraising webinars, and cross-team analyses (including offshore team assessments) Serve as a central point of coordination for cross-functional initiatives, keeping stakeholders aligned and accountable Identify process gaps and bottlenecks, implement improvements, and track outcomes to ensure continuous progress Qualifications: 6–12 years in highly operational roles, ideally within asset management, wealth advisory, RIA, or another process-heavy industry Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and bring structure to complex initiatives Experience leading people or driving accountability across teams Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of an organization Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment