Come be a part of an exciting clean energy technology startup in beautiful Fort Collins, CO! You will work together with an ambitious and talented group of individuals decarbonizing the industrial heat sector.
We're looking for a highly organized, ambitious, and resourceful Business Operations Associate to help drive the day-to-day execution of our business while supporting strategic initiatives that enable growth. This role is ideal for an early-career professional (1–2 years of experience) or a recent graduate who wants broad exposure to startup operations, business strategy, executive support, and commercial development.
You will work directly with company leadership and serve as a key connector across teams. No two days will look the same. One day you may be coordinating executive priorities and preparing board materials, the next you may be organizing a company event, improving an internal process, conducting market research, or supporting customer and business development initiatives.
This is an in-office role based in Loveland, CO and is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and wants to accelerate their business career.
What You'll Do
Executive & Leadership Support (25%)
Act as a trusted partner to leadership by helping coordinate priorities and keeping key initiatives on track.
Manage calendars, scheduling, travel, and meeting logistics
Prepare meeting agendas, notes, action items, and follow-up communications
Coordinate board meetings, leadership offsites, and company-wide events
Assist with presentations, reports, and business correspondence
Support special projects and executive initiatives as needed
Business Operations, Strategy & Office Management (50%)
Help ensure the business runs smoothly while supporting operational improvement and strategic growth initiatives.
Coordinate and track cross-functional projects from planning through completion
Identify opportunities to improve internal processes, tools, and workflows
Support HR, recruiting, onboarding, and employee experience initiatives
Manage office operations, vendors, supplies, facilities, and workplace logistics
Maintain operational documentation, SOPs, and internal knowledge systems
Assist with budgeting, reporting, software administration, and operational analytics
Support planning and execution of company events and culture initiatives
Partner with leadership to gather data, develop recommendations, and execute strategic priorities
Commercial Development & Business Growth (25%)
Support customer-facing and growth-oriented initiatives across sales, partnerships, and market development.
Conduct market research and competitive intelligence projects
Help build customer presentations, proposals, and sales materials
Track and maintain CRM data and pipeline reporting
Assist with conference planning, trade show coordination, and lead follow-up
Support partnership outreach and business development initiatives
Gather and analyze commercial data to inform growth decisions
Perform ad hoc research projects for leadership and commercial teams
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or a related field
1-3 years of professional experience (internships count)
Exceptional organizational and project management skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and modern business software
Ability to prioritize competing demands and execute with attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to take ownership
Professional maturity, discretion, and sound judgment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a startup, consulting, operations, sales, or administrative support role
Familiarity with CRM tools, project management platforms, or HR systems
Interest in business strategy, operations, and commercial growth
Experience coordinating events, projects, or executive support activities
Demonstrated leadership through student organizations, athletics, internships, or extracurricular activities
What Success Looks Like
Within your first year, you will:
Become a reliable operational partner to leadership
Own critical office and business operations processes
Improve efficiency through better systems and documentation
Contribute meaningfully to strategic and commercial initiatives
Build relationships across every function of the company
Become a trusted "get-it-done" resource for the organization
Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is perfect for someone who:
Was highly involved in college leadership, athletics, student government, consulting clubs, or entrepreneurship programs
Wants exposure to strategy, operations, leadership, and business development
Enjoys solving problems and learning quickly
Thrives in an in-person, collaborative environment
Has ambitions to grow into a Business Operations Manager, Chief of Staff, Strategy Associate, or Commercial Operations role over time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $72,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Commuter assistance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Stock options
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
