Chief of Staff

About the role

The Chief of Staff at Basic Capital will operate as the primary operational counterpart to CEO Abdul Al-Asaad, driving execution across a high-velocity environment building a next-generation retirement platform. This role owns the construction of the operational infrastructure that supports leveraged investment strategies through a novel Retirement Mortgage capability aimed at a vast, largely unmodernized $10 trillion market. Since its emergence just over a year ago, the company has experienced 30% month-over-month expansion, executing rapid scaling and securing a $25 million Series A round at an $110 million valuation with backing from investors such as Bill Ackman, Lux Capital, and Forerunner Ventures. The Chief of Staff will ensure that every engagement with partners like Coinbase, Apollo, and government entities is captured, actioned, and concluded successfully, guaranteeing that no opportunity is lost. This is an execution-centric function designed to remove friction from a founder's schedule, allowing Abdul Al-Asaad to focus on the highest-value strategic activities. The role provides high visibility to top-tier investors and regulatory authorities, with a trajectory that can evolve toward a President-level position over time. The team is composed of professionals with backgrounds from Goldman Sachs, Robinhood, Stripe, Uber, and leading academic institutions, operating from a high-intensity hub in Tribeca, New York City.

Key facts

What you'll do

Establish the CEO's operational infrastructure by attending all major discussions, recording comprehensive notes, and defining actionable items.

Drive all follow-up activities post-meeting to maintain momentum and ensure successful conclusion of discussions with investors and partners.

Manage the CEO's inbox through triage, response drafting, and prioritization to safeguard focus on mission-critical initiatives.

Develop and sustain daily execution schedules and weekly planning routines to align the team around strategic priorities.

Handle scheduling, logistics, and communications autonomously to streamline the CEO's calendar and reduce operational drag.

Coordinate the Series B fundraising process, overseeing diligence procedures, documentation, and communication with investor groups.

Oversee the execution of strategic partnerships comparable to those with Coinbase, ensuring deliverables are met and value realized.

Support regulatory processes involving the DOL, SEC, and other government bodies, maintaining strict compliance and proactive communication.

Construct systems to consistently capture and convert opportunities, eliminating gaps that lead to lost deals or stalled momentum.

Assist in raising credit facilities in the hundreds of millions of dollars, collaborating closely with the CTO, Growth, Operations, and Legal departments.

Build repeatable execution frameworks across the organization to create scalable processes that reduce dependency on ad-hoc decision-making.

Ensure the CEO remains focused on tasks of the highest strategic value by shielding them from operational noise and distractions.

Requirements

A demonstrated bias for action and ownership within ambiguous situations, ensuring progress even when direction is incomplete.

Exceptional organizational capabilities and systems-oriented thinking to manage complex workflows and competing priorities.

The capacity to function effectively at high velocity, including extended hours, without compromising accuracy or judgment.

Sound judgment, discretion, and professional conduct when handling sensitive information and high-stakes initiatives.

Proficiency in engaging credibly with senior stakeholders from finance, technology, and government sectors to represent the company's interests.

A commitment to follow-through that extends beyond idea generation to delivery, accountability, and closure on critical projects.

The ability to anticipate needs before they are articulated, proactively identifying gaps and opportunities in fast-moving contexts.

Comfort in both elite strategic environments and immediate post-meeting execution contexts, bridging planning with tangible results.

Nice to have

Significant value is placed on prior experience as a Chief of Staff within a scaling enterprise.

Familiarity with fintech or regulated industry environments, along with a history of supporting senior executives or founders.

A top-tier educational background is also considered a bonus.

Practical notes

The role requires full_time engagement based in the New York Office.

Candidates must be available for extended hours and travel related to investor, regulatory, or partner meetings as needed.

Visa sponsorship may be considered for exceptional candidates based on business needs.

The position is aligned with a high-growth phase, requiring rapid adaptation and long hours during critical fundraising and partnership windows.