Business Development and Operations Associate

We are seeking a Business Development and Operations Associate to join our fast-paced leadership team. You'll report directly to the CEO and collaborate closely with leadership across Product, Operations, and Finance. Your mission will be to explore, validate, and operationalize new business ideas as well as assist the CEO in executing other projects. These ideas should lead to generating new revenue streams and or improving contractor and or homeowner service levels. This role is ideal for someone eager to grow their career and thrive on digging into new ideas, validating opportunities, and working cross-functionally to bring innovations to life. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply to join the Networx team! What you’ll do:  Opportunity Evaluation: Research and assess new ideas from the CEO and broader team, including market landscape, potential partners, competitive analysis, and customer value. Business Case Development: Model the financial and strategic value of new initiatives, clearly outlining costs, benefits, risks, and ROI. Partner Sourcing: Identify and evaluate vendors or solution providers who can help bring ideas to life (e.g., AI vendors, app developers, B2B service providers). Pilot Structuring: Support project scoping, early-stage implementation planning, and cross-functional alignment for high-potential ideas. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work across teams (Product, Ops, Marketing, Engineering) to ensure early-stage ideas are set up for testing, refinement, and scaling. Executive Assistant: Manage ad hoc projects for the CEO, including but not limited to scheduling vendor meetings and tasks as assigned Requirements What you’ll need:  1–3 years of experience in consulting, investment banking, legal, corporate development, or a similar analytical, cross-functional role. Strong business acumen with the ability to understand operational models, unit economics, and go-to-market considerations. Experience building business cases and conducting market analyses. Passion for building with and using AI tools for business Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills. Strong research capabilities and understanding of the technology and brand marketplace Project & Stakeholder Management: Proven track record of leading cross‑functional initiatives on aggressive timelines. Comfortable presenting ideas and proposals to executives  Based in the NY Metro area with the ability to be in-office or on-site at least 4 days/week. Nice to have: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Engineering, Economics, or related field Experience in a startup environment Why Join Us? Partner directly with the CEO on high-priority projects. Get exposure to strategic decision-making and early-stage execution. Work across departments and develop a 360° view of how new business initiatives succeed. Make a real impact at a growth-stage company building the future of home services. We're on a mission to help homeowners build, protect, and invest in their homes—and grow the businesses that support them daily. Join us! Networx is redefining how homeowners connect with quality home service professionals. We’re guided by four core values: Mission First, Innovate to Add Value, Care Deeply – Win Together, and Act with Speed. These values, along with our bold goals and empowering behaviors, inspire us to bring our best selves to work—for our customers and for one another. We’ve built a culture that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and growth. Whether working remotely or from our offices in New York, Atlanta, or Tel Aviv, our team is united by a shared mission and driven to make a meaningful impact. At Networx, we empower great people to do great work—and the only thing missing is you. Benefits What you’ll earn:  The expected base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 per year. This position is eligible for an annual bonus. The salary offered may vary depending on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Salary ranges are provided for New York City-based roles as required by New York City Human Rights Law. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) FSA and HSA Options Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off  Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Training & Development Competitive pay and bonus We've cultivated a dynamic work atmosphere that offers the flexibility of remote work opportunities. This position embodies a hybrid model, blending remote work capabilities with in-office presence at our New York City (Bryant Park) location.  Networx proudly supports diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DISCLAIMER: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. #LI-SS1