Business Operations Associate Job at Kernel (London)

Job Description

We're looking for a Business Operations Associate who thrives at the intersection of finance and execution. This is a high-impact, project-based role where you'll act as a force multiplier for our Head of Finance & Operations - tackling diverse challenges from financial modeling and GTM hiring to operational systems and key initiatives. You'll be part chief of staff, part operator, part problem-solver. You'll drive critical finance and operations projects that shape how we grow. This role is perfect for generalists who are intellectually curious, commercially minded, and energized by variety. You'll need to be comfortable with ambiguity, quick to learn new domains, and able to deliver results across finance, operations, and hiring. We're looking for A-star players with a get-it-done attitude - “you're a top performer who is willing to take out the trash”.

Job Responsibility

Act as a force multiplier for the Head of Finance & Operations, supporting key initiatives end-to-end
Lead financial planning and analysis - including forecasting, budgeting, unit economics, KPI dashboards, and cross-functional planning cycles
Partner with Product, Engineering, and Revenue teams on cross-functional initiatives related to LLM spend and pipeline generation
Own back-office finance and operations tasks - reviewing accounting, managing Carta (cap table), supporting SOC 2 compliance, vendor contracts, and other administrative tasks
Drive diverse operational projects - from compliance and office leases to compensation design and software contract optimization
Support GTM recruitment and hiring operations end-to-end (in partnership with the Talent Lead and hiring managers), including sourcing, calibration, and closing offers

Requirements

2-4 years of experience in consulting, investment banking, or a high-performing startup environment
Strong financial acumen - comfort with financial modeling, data analysis, and quantitative problem-solving
Highly numerate and analytical
proficient in Excel/Google Sheets and comfortable learning new tools (Salesforce, Notion, data visualization platforms)
Proven ability to manage ambiguous, cross-functional projects from start to finish
Excellent written and verbal communication - you can distill complexity into clear, actionable insights
Intellectually curious, self-directed, and comfortable working independently with minimal oversight

Nice to have

Experience in GTM operations, sales operations, or revenue operations at a B2B SaaS company
Previous involvement in hiring or talent acquisition (especially for GTM roles)
Exposure to early-stage or high-growth startups
comfort with rapid iteration and changing priorities

What we offer

Equity
24 days holiday per year + bank holidays + 2 weeks work-from-anywhere
Pension plan
Top-spec equipment and central London office
Dinner provided when working past 6 pm
Team events and dinners when we hit weekly targets
A fast-paced ride in the early innings of a new technology wave
Visa sponsorship for exceptional candidates

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