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Salary: USD 90,000 - 180,000 / annual
Panthalassa is a renewable energy and ocean technology company developing devices that capture energy from the ocean's harshest conditions without human maintenance. The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, and university endowments.
As Associate, Strategy, you will work alongside the EVP, Strategy to support the company's capital formation, investor relations, partnerships, PR, and media efforts. This role combines executive and operational support with exposure to strategic deal-making and fundraising.
Key responsibilities include managing calendars and travel for the strategy team across multiple time zones and international itineraries that shift on short notice; planning investor and partner visits, conferences, and team gatherings from initial planning through follow-up; troubleshooting Mac and iOS devices, software, accounts, and connectivity, and setting up new tools and systems using AI; solving practical problems in real-time, especially when the team is traveling or hosting visitors; preparing background materials, confirming logistics, and maintaining records of decisions and next steps across strategy workstreams; and handling personal administrative needs for the EVP that affect the workday.
While much of the work will initially be administrative, it requires a firm understanding of the team's goals, plans, and challenges. You will be included in many meetings and events that inform critical work, with room to take on greater responsibility in deal-making, fundraising, and strategic partnerships over time. The team works across time zones and travels frequently, so the schedule extends beyond standard business hours with evening and weekend work common and sometimes with little notice. You will have flexibility to manage your time around these demands.
Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment where the best ideas regularly change the company's direction.
REQUIREMENTS:
- At least two years of experience in a role requiring strong organization, practical judgment, and reliable execution (relevant backgrounds: startups, executive support, hospitality, private households or estates, venture capital, banking)
- Proven record of catching errors before they cause problems and finishing work without repeated reminders
- Strong practical technology skills, including troubleshooting Mac and iOS devices and learning new software and AI tools quickly
- Experience planning multi-city or international travel across time zones, including itineraries that change frequently
- Clear, concise communication in writing and in person
- Good judgment with sensitive personal, company, and financial information
- Based in Portland, OR (candidates in Los Angeles willing to spend substantial time in Portland also considered)
- Reliable availability for time-sensitive work outside standard business hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience at an early-stage company
- Experience supporting a senior executive or a team that travels frequently
- Interest in energy, AI, or finance
