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Chief of Staff

At Dexory, we're developing advanced software powered by cutting-edge robots tha...

Location

United Kingdom , Wallingford, Oxfordshire

Salary:

Not provided

Dexory Using

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Chief of Staff, COO, Head of Operations, or senior operator in an early-stage or scaling startup environment
Demonstrated success in driving execution across multiple functions (product, engineering, commercial, operations) and aligning teams around strategic priorities
Strong understanding of company operating rhythms and cadence — planning cycles, OKRs, business reviews, and performance tracking
Track record of building lightweight processes that enable speed and accountability rather than bureaucracy
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills
able to work effectively with senior leaders and individual contributors alike
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with comfort in using data to drive decisions and measure impact
Exceptional communication and organisational skills
able to simplify complexity and keep teams aligned
Comfortable with ambiguity and context switching, thriving in fast-moving, high-growth environments

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage the company’s OKR and strategic planning processes, supporting teams in their planning and holding them accountable for delivery
Work closely with the CEO and executive team to ensure strategy is translated into execution across all functions
Drive accountability, discipline, and cadence in execution across the full business
Lead high-priority special projects, often cross-functional and time-critical
Serve as a thought partner to the CEO and executive team, providing leverage on decision-making, communication, and stakeholder alignment
Run a lean business operations team that focuses on driving data-driven decision making and AI automation
Help refine operating rhythms, processes, and cross-team collaboration to support scale

What we offer

Private healthcare via Bupa with 24/7 medical helpline
Life insurance
Income protection
Pension: 4+% employee with option to opt into salary exchange, 5% employer
Employee Assistance Programme - mental wellbeing, financial and legal advice/support
25 holidays per year
Full meals onsite in Wallingford
Fun team events on and offsite, snacks of all kinds in the office

Fulltime

Chief of Staff

We are seeking a highly strategic, analytical, and execution-focused Chief of St...

Location

Philippines

Salary:

Not provided

Hikinex

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2 years of experience in strategy consulting, business operations, or a Chief of Staff role
Proven experience working with senior executives or in a high-level strategy environment
Strong business acumen and analytical capabilities
comfortable interpreting financials, dashboards, and forecasts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with impeccable attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Job Responsibility

Partner with the CSO to operationalize strategic plans and initiatives across departments
Lead or support the execution of key cross-functional programs, ensuring accountability, timelines, and measurable outcomes
Track progress against KPIs, OKRs, and business goals, preparing insights and recommendations for executive decision-making
Serve as a bridge between the strategy office and other teams (e.g., product, marketing, finance, operations)
Drive alignment by facilitating communication, surfacing risks, and resolving roadblocks quickly
Coordinate internal strategy meetings, offsites, and workshops—developing agendas, synthesizing discussions, and following through on action items
Draft strategic documents, internal updates, and executive-level presentations
Translate strategic priorities into digestible messaging for internal and external stakeholders
Provide the CSO with briefing materials, talking points, and timely updates on key initiatives
Conduct market, competitor, and internal business analyses to inform strategic choices

What we offer

Competitive compensation, benefits, and potential for growth into leadership roles
Flexibility of remote work
Opportunity to work alongside industry leaders in a collaborative and innovative environment

Fulltime

Chief of Staff Office, Optimization, & Insights PREP

The PREP Program is a two-year program focused on building the pipeline of next-...

Location

United States , Spring

Salary:

51900.00 - 103900.00 USD / Year

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors Degree from a four-year University
Typically 0-2 years of experience with leadership, project management or data analysis
Excellent capabilities in leadership, influencing, communication, and collaboration
Strong project management, business acumen, and critical analysis skills
Data analysis and processing skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Self-starter with ability to achieve results in a virtual and complex work environment
Ability to develop and promote positive change through innovation and creativity
Proactive contributor who wants to make an impact
Proficiency in basic computer programs (Office suites, presentation software, spreadsheets and communication and collaboration tools like Slack)

Job Responsibility

Four six-month rotations within Chief of Staff Office and Optimization & Insights organizations
Special projects, event & program management
Business Insights / Data Science
Transformative AI
Hands-on management and mentorship
Fun activities and volunteering opportunities

What we offer

Health & Wellbeing benefits
Personal & Professional Development
Job-specific training
Core workplace skills & behaviors
Professional awareness & growth
Communication training
Technical excellence training
Leadership essentials
Critical thinking training
Global exposure working across all organizations

Fulltime

Chief of Staff to Head of Data

The Chief of Staff (CoS) is a critical individual contributor role that combines...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

154700.00 - 248400.00 USD / Year

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

12+ years of relevant professional experience in program and operational management
Experience turning a strategy into executable plans and driving high visibility projects
An analytic prowess, drive to support decisions with data, and the ability to make data digestible to varied audiences (big data, financial models, etc.)
Experience in diagnosing pain points for teams, moving them to good, and going the extra mile to ensure they are great

Job Responsibility

Directing strategic business initiatives from development through successful execution under the guidance of senior leadership and department heads
Acting as a liaison with staff, executives, and senior leaders to manage and deliver project updates, proposals, and planning
Supervising daily operations in collaboration with senior managers and department leaders by performing tasks such as generating correspondence, planning, and coordinating departmental activities
Assisting executive team members in determining and prioritizing business strategies based on their schedules
Cultivating relationships with all employees to enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of existing operations while contributing to developing new operational strategies through collaboration on special projects with executives
Serving as a subject-matter expert by handling inquiries, developing action plans, and supporting the preparation and dissemination of communications
Enhancing current processes and streamlining organizational procedures for improved efficiency and productivity
Providing recommendations to department leaders for improving organizational teamwork through consultation services

What we offer

health coverage
paid volunteer days
wellness resources

Fulltime

Chief of Staff

The newly created Chief of Staff position is a blend of strategy, programme mana...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

LHH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in a large multi-national organisation
Highly experienced across MS Office products (word, excel, PowerPoint)
University degree or equivalent
advance degree is a plus
Outstanding results orientation, plus strong skills in communication, collaboration and influence, change leadership, strategic orientation, customer orientation and problem solving and analysis
Experience with transformation, change management and team leadership is required
A proven background in the coordination of projects with internal colleagues across functions, leadership and external parties
You must have excellent slideware skills
A background in marketing and communications strategy including value proposition is needed
Must be interculturally savvy, able to communicate at all levels

Job Responsibility

In collaboration with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), help drive LHH strategic agenda
Support in managing and triaging workflow ensuring the focus on the most important priorities
Working closely with CFO and business leaders, assist in preparing monthly operational business reviews and follow up
Help prepare for important internal / external meetings
Be able to represent the senior executive in some internal meetings
Lead (or co-lead) specific global strategic initiatives and projects
Working closely with the LHH Head of Transformation, shape and produce the content for ELT meetings, board agendas and operational/strategic business reviews
Ensure structure and process for optimal communication within the executive teams
Connect the dots across the organisation for improved alignment and engagement – partner across business units to influence strategic and operational direction

Fulltime

Personal Assistant to Chief of Staff

To ensure the smooth running of the office and contribute to the successful runn...

Location

United Kingdom , Brighton

Salary:

28000.00 - 35000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience working within a PA role for up to 3 years+ is essential
Proficient in IT software's such as Microsoft Office Packages
SharePoint experience is an advantage

Job Responsibility

Managing email inboxes
Scheduling meetings and coordinating activities
Diary management
Obtaining updates from stakeholders and following up on meeting actions
Filing & uploading documents to SharePoint
Office management

Fulltime

Chief of Staff - R&D

We’re looking for a Chief of Staff to the CTO—a strategic operator, trusted thou...

Location

United States

Salary:

143000.00 - 224000.00 USD / Year

Addepar

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience across fintech, SaaS, product strategy, technical program management, or executive advisory roles
Comfortable navigating both technical concepts (e.g., system architecture, platform design) and business priorities (e.g., product roadmap, client value, org design)
A crisp communicator who can write and speak with clarity, precision, and impact
Experienced in working with senior executives—able to balance discretion, influence, and independence
Adept at bringing structure to complexity, driving progress without authority, and operating at multiple levels of detail
Familiar with the landscape of wealth, asset, or investment management, or excited to ramp quickly in the fintech domain
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without requiring current or future visa sponsorship

Job Responsibility

Act as a Strategic Partner to the CTO
Drive Forward Critical Initiatives
Connect Technical Strategy to Execution
Craft Executive-Ready Communication
Structure Ambiguity into Action

What we offer

bonus
equity
benefits
reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities

Fulltime

Chief of Staff to CEO

Babylist is looking for a hands-on Chief of Staff to the CEO who is both a strat...

Location

United States , Emeryville

Salary:

276000.00 - 298000.00 USD / Year

Babylist

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in product, marketplace, consumer, or general management roles within high-growth companies
Product fluent with strong builder instincts — experienced working in or alongside product teams, with the ability to use data, research, and user signals to shape decisions
Former PM, early-stage operator, or ex-consultant/VC who thrives on broad strategic impact and brings structure to ambiguity
Financially literate and comfortable building simple models and business cases with Finance
Exceptional writer and storyteller — able to craft clear narratives, simplify complex topics, and build high-quality executive-level presentations and documentation
Highly cross-functional, comfortable working fluidly with Product, Design, Engineering, Marketing, Operations, and Finance
Bias toward action, with willingness to get into the details, troubleshoot issues, and ensure forward momentum
High judgment and trustworthiness, able to navigate sensitive information and executive-level decision-making with discretion

Job Responsibility

Drive the company’s highest-priority initiatives (2–4 at a time), from problem definition through launch and iteration
Evaluate potential M&A and partnership opportunities by assessing product fit, user value, market alignment, and integration requirements
Partner with Product, Engineering, Operations, and People leaders to evaluate potential acquisitions, form a clear point of view, and summarize recommendations for CEO and executive decision-making
Partner with the CEO and functional leaders to develop acquisition business cases, integration plans, and 90-day post-close execution roadmaps
Create crisp, executive-ready narratives, memos, and presentations that clarify priorities, drive alignment, and support CEO and board-level communication
Translate vision into action by breaking ambiguous concepts into concrete problem statements, roadmaps, and milestones
Create leverage for the CEO by keeping initiatives moving without constant intervention, anticipating needs, and aligning stakeholders
Improve company-wide clarity and communication through narratives, docs, presentations, and cross-functional alignment
Identify and unblock constraints across product decisions, resourcing needs, or cross-team coordination gaps
Establish durable systems and operating rhythms (cadences, dashboards, planning rituals) that improve organizational execution over time

What we offer

Equity
Bonus opportunities
Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible spending accounts
Paid leave, including PTO and parental leave

Fulltime

Chief of Staff

Handshake

Location:
United States , San Francisco

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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