Chief of Staff

Are you a strategic thinker with a background in professional services, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for high-level impact?

Our client, is looking for a proactive and dynamic individual to support the CEO of an ambitious and fast-paced organisation, working at the intersection of innovation, business strategy, and public engagement.

Chief of Staff

Location: London

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum

In this highly visible role, you’ll be the CEO’s right hand, managing critical relationships, supporting corporate growth, and enabling operational excellence.

You’ll need to be confident working with senior stakeholders, thrive under pressure, and demonstrate sound commercial judgment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Strategic Relationship Management

• Lead and nurture key partnerships across corporate, government, and industry sectors.
• Act as a key liaison with institutional stakeholders, ensuring sustained engagement and strategic alignment.
• Prepare executive briefings and insights to support CEO-level meetings.

Business Growth & Market Development

• Explore new business opportunities and evaluate strategic partnerships.
• Conduct research and build business cases for expansion and innovation.
• Support commercial discussions and contribute to key negotiations.

Executive Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the central point of contact for board members, investors, and senior partners.
• Prepare board reports, executive summaries, and investment updates.
• Align stakeholder expectations with organisational strategy and CEO priorities.

CEO Engagements & Thought Leadership

• Manage public appearances and media interactions for the CEO.
• Draft keynote speeches, opinion pieces, and event presentations.
• Ensure consistent and impactful messaging across all platforms.

Operational and Calendar Management

• Oversee the CEO’s complex schedule and high-level engagements.
• Coordinate agendas, meetings, travel, and sensitive initiatives.
• Operate with absolute discretion, handling confidential matters with professionalism.

What We’re Looking For:

• Professional Services Expertise: Experience in a high-performance environment such as consulting, investment banking, or private equity.
• Outstanding Communication Skills: Capable of drafting high-impact content and confidently interacting with C-suite executives.
• Strong Organisational Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, relationships, and priorities.
• Business Savvy: A sharp understanding of strategic growth, commercial dynamics, and partnership development.
• Discretion & Integrity: Handles sensitive matters with the utmost confidentiality and trust.
• Proactivity & Precision: A detail-focused self-starter who anticipates challenges and gets things done.

If you’re excited by the opportunity to work alongside a visionary CEO and play a vital role in shaping the future of a purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

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