Chief of Staff at Somethings

ABOUT SOMETHINGS Somethings is building the first social wellness platform for teens — a place where a teen can form a real relationship with a mentor who gets them, sticks with them, and helps them get better. 25 million teens in the U.S. are struggling with their mental health. Every one of the thousands of teens who downloads Somethings is struggling. Our job is to make sure they don't just show up — they stay, connect with real humans who care deeply about them, and get the support they need to thrive. We're backed by General Catalyst and world-class healthcare + consumer investors, and we're growing like crazy — in 2025 we grew 1100%, raised our $15M Series A, and are on track to 5x in 2026. If you want to be part of the generationally defining company in mental health, welcome home. ROLE OVERVIEW We're looking for a Chief of Staff to work directly alongside our CEO and do whatever it takes to move the company forward. Most Chief of Staff roles are glorified project management. This one is not. This is a role for someone who has already proven they can operate at an unusual level — and who wants to apply that at the center of one of the most important mental health companies being built right now. You will be in the room for enterprise health plan negotiations, board conversations, hiring decisions, and strategic inflection points. You will not be observing. You will be executing. You will report directly to the CEO and work more closely with Patrick than anyone else at Somethings. The job is simple and relentless: identify what matters most, and get it done — completely, independently, and without being asked twice. If that sounds like exactly how you already operate, keep reading. If it sounds like a stretch, this is probably not the right role. In the near term, that means: - Recruiting — owning sourcing, pipeline management, and hiring execution for critical roles across the company - Sales + Commercial — supporting enterprise health plan partnership preparation, materials, research, and operational follow-through - Research + Strategy — conducting deep, rigorous market, competitive, and policy research that directly informs how we grow and position the company Over time, this role will evolve with the company. The right person will take on increasing ownership and scope, and will have the opportunity to grow into a functional leadership role as Somethings scales. This is one of the highest-leverage seats in the company. If you want to learn how to build a company by being at the center of one, this is that job. WHAT YOU'LL DO 1. OWN RECRUITING OPERATIONS - Source and engage candidates across critical roles — engineering, product, design, operations, and leadership - Manage pipelines end-to-end: outreach, screening, scheduling, and follow-through - Ensure the CEO is never the bottleneck on a hiring decision - Represent Somethings compellingly to candidates — in writing, on calls, and in person 2. SUPPORT ENTERPRISE SALES AND COMMERCIAL EXECUTION - Prepare materials, one-pagers, and research briefs for health plan and payor partnership conversations - Manage follow-through on commercial relationships — ensuring no thread goes cold - Conduct deep due diligence on prospective partners, competitors, and market opportunities - Support pitch preparation, RFP responses, and enterprise partnership workflows 3. LEAD RESEARCH AND STRATEGY PROJECTS - Own research projects from question to clear point of view — market sizing, competitive landscape, policy environment, partner analysis - Synthesize complex information into crisp, decision-ready documents - Help the CEO think through strategic questions with well-organized, well-sourced input - Support board materials, investor updates, and external communications as needed 4. EXTEND CEO CAPACITY WHEREVER IT'S NEEDED MOST - Pick up high-priority workstreams across any function — and deliver outcomes, not status updates - Operate as a trusted proxy for the CEO in conversations, communications, and decisions - Identify gaps and problems before they become urgent — and solve them quietly - Keep nothing important falling through the cracks WHO YOU ARE - You are early in your career but operate like someone much more senior — you've been told that before, and it's true - You have a strong academic foundation or equivalent proof point — you are genuinely, demonstrably smart - You are a builder at heart — ex-founder, ex-operator, ex-consultant, or someone who has always found ways to create things rather than just execute within systems - You are fully autonomous — you do not need someone to tell you what to do next; you figure it out - You are an exceptional writer — your memos, emails, and documents are clear, direct, and require minimal editing - You understand healthcare — you know how the system works: payors, MCOs, Medicaid, health plans, and the commercial dynamics that drive enterprise deals in this space - You are mission-driven in a real way — the fact that this work affects struggling teenagers is not a nice-to-have; it is why you want the job - You are relentlessly high-output — you produce a lot, you produce it well, and you don't confuse being busy with being effective - You are deeply discreet — you will have access to sensitive information across every part of the company and you treat that trust seriously This role does not require: - A specific number of years of experience - Prior experience in a Chief of Staff role What it does require: - Evidence that you operate with ownership, speed, and exceptional judgment - Proof that you can figure things out without being told how THIS ROLE IS NOT FOR YOU IF - You want a prestigious title and proximity to leadership without real accountability - You need a clear job description, a defined scope, or a structured onboarding to do your best work - You are looking for a stepping stone to something else and are primarily motivated by the résumé line - You have strong opinions about what is or isn't "your job" - You are more comfortable producing decks about strategy than executing it - You've never worked in or around healthcare and aren't deeply curious about how the system works - You want a primarily remote role — this job requires being in the room HOW WE WORK We're building a culture that blends high performance, deep belonging, and radical clarity: - We care about outcomes, not theatrics - We move quickly and learn constantly - We speak the truth early - We protect focus - We hold a high bar for craft and quality - We're small, intense, collaborative, and mission-driven - We care about each other, and we care about the millions of teens we serve If you're looking for a place where you can have real ownership and build something that genuinely changes lives, this is it. WORK ENVIRONMENT - This is a full-time hybrid position in person in our NYC office in Williamsburg. - This role works closely enough with the CEO that in-person presence is meaningful and expected. - Output-driven culture with flexibility where it supports life and excellence. WHAT WE OFFER - 💰 The annual salary range for this position is $140,000–$180,000. - 📈 Significant equity compensation, reflecting your foundational role and impact. - 🏥 Comprehensive health insurance coverage. - 🎯 Unparalleled access to company-building at every level. - 🎉 Unlimited days off. Job level and actual compensation will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process, market demands, and specific work location. The listed range is a guideline and may be modified. ⚠️ IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To be considered for this role, you must complete the following submission step: Record a Loom video (8–10 minutes) answering the questions below and submit it with your resume. APPLICATION QUESTIONS 1. Introduce yourself. 2. Walk us through your background — what you've built, owned, or figured out. It's okay to brag. 3. Tell us about a time you took something from zero to done with minimal direction. What was the problem, how did you approach it, and what happened? 4. Why do you want this job — specifically this one, at this company, right now? 5. What are you best at professionally? 6. What do you not like doing professionally? 7. If you were dropped into Somethings tomorrow with no onboarding and told to make yourself useful in the first two weeks, what would you do? 8. Tell us about a research or strategy project you're proud of. What was the question, how did you find the answer, and what did you do with it? 9. This role sits at the intersection of recruiting, enterprise sales, and strategy. Which of those three energizes you most — and which feels most like a stretch? 10. What are your career ambitions? EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER At Somethings, we're committed to building a workplace where diversity is not just welcomed, it's celebrated. We believe that innovation thrives on teams where everyone can be their authentic selves, bringing unique perspectives and backgrounds to the table. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our commitment to inclusivity is woven into the fabric of our corporate culture, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed, learn, and grow with us.