Chief of Staff

Luma Group B.V. - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Luma Group is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Chief of Staff to collaborate closely with the Managing Partner in driving the firm's mission and vision forward. As the Chief of Staff, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Managing Partners in executing strategic initiatives, managing firm and personal day-to-day operations/tasks, and fostering effective communication across the organization. This role is essential in coordinating meetings, scheduling, travel and logistics, communications, conducting light research and analysis, and assisting in strategic decision-making and investor relations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 - 3 years of work experience with a background in Management Consulting, Investment Banking, startups, and/or Venture Capital, with meaningful exposure to internal business operations. In this role, the Chief of Staff will have gained a deep understanding of how to approach and solve complex business problems and will have developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic individual with a passion for biotechnology and drive to work in an entrepreneurial environment. This is a 2-year role with the potential for advancement within the firm for exceptional candidates. This role will require significant regional and international travel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Managing Partners to develop and implement strategic initiatives aligned with the firm's investment thesis and long-term goals.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the firm, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Lead and/or support key projects and initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely execution and delivery.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and facilitating clear communication.
• Monitor key performance metrics and provide regular updates to the executive team, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure effective budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead or contribute to special projects as assigned by the Managing Partners and General Partners, ranging from market research to partnership development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, life sciences, or a related field required.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to inform decision-making.
• Strong financial and operational experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization and interface effectively with executive-level external parties.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving, with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and priorities independently.
• A track record of driving results and achieving key objectives through the leadership and management of teams.
• A desire to continuously learn and grow, and to contribute to the development of a positive, collaborative culture within the organization.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to independently multitask (i.e., manage multiple parallel work streams) and prioritize effectively.
• Experience in the biotech or healthcare industry a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the biotech or healthcare industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Dynamic, fast moving and collaborative work environment