Chief of Staff

$150,000 - $150,000/Yr

Confidential Investment Firm - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

101-250 employees

About the position

The Chief of Staff position at a confidential investment firm is designed to support the CEO by managing critical business priorities and leveraging senior management. The role requires a highly organized, emotionally intelligent individual with a strong track record of success, particularly in fast-paced environments. This position is integral to the company's entrepreneurial culture and involves strategic planning, project management, and effective communication across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning and support, including project management and analytical support for strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrate clear instincts for prioritization and proactively identify opportunities to add value to the CEO and senior management team.
• Handle the day-to-day management of business planning and operational processes.
• Manage multiple agendas and conduct daily briefings to assess delivery against deadlines and deliverables.
• Lead the development and execution of internal communications and logistics for key events, including staff meetings and executive travel.
• Support the CEO in preparing impactful presentations for clients and internal meetings.
• Attend meetings with the CEO, communicate key information, and manage follow-ups and actions.
• Develop strong networks and working relationships across the company to accomplish tasks on behalf of the CEO.
• Work closely with the CEO's EAs to manage prioritization of schedules and meetings.

Requirements

• Former investment banker in the Technology/Software/FinTech sector preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize demands.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and interact with all levels of stakeholders.
• Proven influencing skills with success in building relationships and achieving milestones.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong process management skills.
• Ability to work independently with accountability and ownership of processes.
• Demonstrated success working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Technology and/or strategy background is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree from a reputable University with a 3.5 GPA or higher.

Benefits

• Salary range of $120-$150k base.
• Flexible work arrangement: 3 days in the office, 2 days at home.