Operations and Business Associate

Operations and Business Associate (Intern / Part-Time)About Tharseo Group Tharseo Group is the holding company for a portfolio of ventures at the intersection of HR technology, AI, and investment. Active portfolio companies include the People Performance Institute (PPI), a private community and research platform for senior HR executives; Foreman AI, an AI-powered workforce platform targeting small and midsize businesses; and a fractional CRO consulting practice serving growth-stage HR tech companies. We move fast. Priorities shift. No two weeks look the same. This role is built for someone who thrives in that environment and takes genuine ownership of whatever lands on their plate. The Role This is a hybrid, part-time position reporting directly to the managing member of Tharseo Group. You will work across multiple ventures simultaneously, supporting operations, research, content, outreach, and execution on whatever is most urgent. No two weeks look the same, and that is by design. You should be comfortable context-switching quickly, taking loose direction and turning it into finished work, and operating with minimal supervision. A strong sense of judgment and good writing are non-negotiables. What You Will Work On Responsibilities vary week to week but will draw from the following: Research and intelligence gathering across market, competitive, and prospect targets Drafting and editing content including outreach, marketing copy, decks, and internal documents CRM support, data hygiene, and outbound campaign assistance via Apollo.io and other tools Coordination and scheduling across active client engagements and portfolio ventures Light project management: tracking open items, following up on tasks, keeping things moving Administrative and operational support as needed across Tharseo, PPI, and Foreman AI Supporting event and community logistics for PPI programs and convenings Ad hoc research into vendors, tools, prospects, or opportunities as they arise What We Are Looking For Strong writer. Clear, direct, and professional in everything you produce. Organized and proactive. You track what you said you would do. Comfortable with ambiguity. You can start from a rough idea and produce finished work. Resourceful. You figure things out before asking. Discreet. You will see confidential business information. Judgment is required. Curious. Interest in HR tech, AI, startups, and/or investing is a genuine plus. Comfortable with Google Workspace, basic CRM tools, and learning new platforms quickly.

Logistics Location:

Hybrid. 1 to 2 days per week in person in the Alexandria, VA area. Remaining hours remote.

Hours:

Part-time. Approximately 15 to 25 hours per week, with flexibility on scheduling.

Compensation:

Hourly, commensurate with experience. Paid internship or part-time contractor arrangement depending on the candidate.

Timeline:

Immediate start preferred. What to Expect You will have direct visibility into how multiple ventures are built simultaneously. You will see deals, strategies, and decisions that most people at this stage of their career do not get close to. In exchange, we expect real ownership, confidentiality, and a standard of work we are proud to put in front of clients and investors. You will be given real work with real stakes. How to Apply Send a brief note about yourself and why this role is interesting to you, along with a resume or work samples, to george@tharseo.io . No cover letter required. Just be direct.

Pay:

$15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person