Chief of Staff to the CEO

About Our Client

Our client`s cybersecurity software is trusted by millions of people and thousands of organizations globally. It is published in 21 languages and is sold in over 120 countries. Join one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies and be responsible for supporting the CEO to plan, oversee, and execute the organization's strategic priorities.

About the Role:

Our client is seeking an accomplished, world-class Chief of Staff to support CEO and Co-Founder in executing the company’s vision and strategic priorities. This is a hybrid position consisting of remote and in-office work in our Chicago-based global headquarters and other global offices.

They're looking for a sharp, analytical thinker who is comfortable creating structure and paving paths through ambiguity to meet strategic growth objectives. Under the guidance of the CEO and Co-Founder, the Chief of Staff will be extremely organized and have the ability to multi-task and deliver on a variety of projects in a fast-paced, high-visibility setting. This role will require significant engagement with leaders across all teams.

Responsabilities

• Support and execute the CEO’s vision and priorities by providing strategic guidance and driving the implementation of key business initiatives
• Champion the hiring company’s values, serving as a business partner to all functional leaders
• Collaborate directly with functional leaders to develop, drive and deliver operational strategies that support business growth
• Oversee daily operations to ensure revenue and operational priorities are in alignment
• Collaborate across teams to create, prepare and consolidate leadership dashboards and reports
• Assist and communicate on decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation
• Improve processes and coordinate organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity
• Serve as a liaison between various functional areas, leadership, and CEO regarding project updates, proposals, and planning
• Plan and direct operational and administrative activities
• Serve as a subject matter expert, handling inquiries and developing action plans to address them, and assisting with the preparation and dissemination of communications
• Direct leadership and operational communications to key audiences and stakeholders, and prepare related communications
• Represent the hiring company CEO in relevant meetings and discussions with stakeholders
• Coordinate and execute special projects
• Ability to travel globally up to 25% of the time and work a flexible schedule which accommodates various global time zones (Europe/Asia)

Requirements

• A demonstrated track record of success in progressive leadership roles, along with 5+ years in an executive role, preferably in the tech space
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or similar field
• Deep experience in business operations, leveraging analytics for decision-making while considering financial objectives
• Demonstrated executive presence and experience managing high-touch relationships and highly visible and sensitive strategy and planning matters
• Experience scaling and optimizing business processes in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Ability to build strong relationships and interact with all levels, including top leadership
• Proven experience organizing and directing multiple teams and departments
• Experience planning and leading strategic initiatives
• Extremely versatile, dedicated to efficient productivity
• Excellent communicator in written and verbal form

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental life
• Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k (Roth/Traditional)
• A generous PTO plan that celebrates your commitment and seniority (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty, etc)