Category Labs (formerly known as Monad Labs) is a team of systems engineers and researchers on a mission to design and build at the frontier of decentralized technology. We strive to design and build step-function improvements over existing blockchain solutions. After recently raising $225M in series A funding, led by Paradigm, we are growing our team.
Category Labs is seeking an Operations Assistant to help manage in-office operations and provide broader support to the Operations team. This role involves cross-functional collaboration and requires strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to interface with C-suite leaders, Workplace Operations, and departments across the company. We’re looking for a motivated, resourceful individual who thrives in a dynamic start-up environment and can manage multiple work streams with efficiency and poise. This role is based in our NYC office Monday through Friday, during normal business hours
As an Operations Assistant, you will be supporting the Operations team as needed in addition to owning your own portfolio of tasks. Specific duties will include, but is not limited to:
Office & Facilities Support – Managing daily office needs, including equipment purchasing, inventory oversight, guest and delivery coordination, troubleshooting facilities issues, and ensuring a clean and organized workspace
Culture & Events – Helping plan and execute internal events (e.g., catered lunches, team off-sites, and social gatherings), and partnering with team leads to enhance employee experience and workplace culture
Team & Administrative Support – As needed, assisting with staff onboarding, supporting general HR and People Ops workflows, providing scheduling support, coordinating travel, and assisting with special projects across teams
Culture. We’re a lean team working together to achieve very ambitious goals. We are united in our culture of collaboration, low ego, and high-quality output. As an early member of our team, you’ll help to shape our culture.
Compensation. You’ll receive a competitive salary.
Resources and growth. We’re well-capitalized, with backing from leading venture funds like Paradigm, Electric Capital, Greenoaks, Dragonfly, and Coinbase Ventures. We keep a lean team, and this is a rare opportunity to join. You’ll learn a lot and grow as our company scales.
Who you are:
0 – 2 years of operational, administrative, or related experience
Reliable, resourceful and self-motivated
Team oriented, collaborative, and an effective communicator
Comfortable navigating a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized
A natural host with a service mindset; ready to be a go-to point of contact for all things office- and employee experience-related
Strong time management skills and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment with limited supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with prior experience managing both internal and external stakeholder expectations
Minimum full-time salary of $100,000 (**This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, domain expertise, and geographic location.)
Benefits include:
World class benefits package (medical/dental/vision)
Unlimited paid time off
401(k) retirement plan + company match
Lunch and dinner stipend (in-office NYC)
Monthly wellness benefit
Paid parental leave
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