Web3 has created a new era of decentralized finance, democratizing financial access. However, it has fallen short in generating mass consumer applications and remains largely centered around finance. We believe blockchain technology is a cornerstone for the future of new, open Internet applications.
Today, there are limits to what you can build on-chain. Many factors constrain this, from the cost of running applications to the fundamental performance limitations of existing blockchains. We believe that new technologies can unlock a new class of real-time applications that normally must be built on Web2 foundations. Enabling these systems to be built on-chain will allow the free movement of businesses and users between online platforms, creating what we call a true virtual society.
We are building Somnia, a fast and cost-effective EVM-based blockchain, to achieve this. Somnia is a layer-one blockchain with full EVM compatibility, capable of processing over 400,000 transactions per second with sub-second latency and low fees. This will unlock a new wave of on-chain applications. Initially, we are focusing on gaming, metaverse, and social experiences. But we are not even 100% certain of what can be built with the technology we are creating.
Somnia is being developed by Virtual Society Foundation, an independent organisation initiated by Improbable, a British start-up that has been at the forefront of building virtual worlds for over a decade. VSF received initial funding from MSquared, which raised $150 million in funding from a16z crypto, SoftBank, Mirana Ventures, CMT Digital, and SIG.
Role Overview:
The Operations Administrator is a key role supporting the company’s operational efficiency, employee management, and financial processes. This position involves handling a variety of responsibilities, from onboarding new employees and managing recruitment efforts to processing payments and maintaining organisational records. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, experience in budgeting, and a proactive approach to troubleshooting operational challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Assist in drafting and updating company policies.
- Manage new employee contract signing and onboarding processes.
- Develop and implement onboarding programs for new hires.
- Recruit new employees and maintain the LinkedIn recruiting page.
- Process crypto payments and implement tools for payment tracking.
- Maintain employee, company, financial and other records.
- Track and manage budgets for the operations department.
- Prepare and deliver regular budget reports.
- Troubleshoot operational problems to ensure efficient processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Degree in business management, finance, legal.
- 3+ years of experience in HR, recruitment, people management, finance, legal.
- Familiarity with LinkedIn recruiting tools and Boolean search techniques.
- Experience in budgeting, including the ability to plan, track, and manage budgets effectively.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
- Proficiency in managing and maintaining data records.
- Comfortable working with digital payment tools (e.g., crypto wallets or fintech platforms).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Tech savvy with strong attention to detail.
- Self starter able to work independently.
The Position:
- Fully remote with flexible working arrangements.
- Requires availability for CET and EST time zones to accommodate a global team.
- Reports directly to the Head of Operations.
