Chief of Staff

About the Client:

Our client is on a pioneering mission to expand connectivity beyond Earth. With a focus on delivering internet services across various orbital ranges, they have successfully deployed an initial satellite constellation and continue to grow their customer base. Established in the mid-2010s, our client is rapidly scaling their most valuable resource—their team—to further advance this ambitious vision.

Position Overview:

Our client seeks a Chief of Staff (CoS) to partner closely with the CEO in driving the organization from its pre-revenue phase to sustainable growth. This role is pivotal in enhancing leadership effectiveness, fostering a culture of innovation, and establishing key systems to achieve operational excellence. The CoS will support executive functions, manage transformative changes, and ensure strategic objectives are met, solidifying a strong market position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team on leadership matters to foster growth and alignment with the company’s strategic needs and culture.
• Develop and support the executive team, ensuring they possess the skills and acumen for executing the strategy, and assist in talent acquisition that aligns with these goals.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement that drives organizational success.
• Drive scalability by implementing agile processes, tools, and systems to optimize functions, strengthen governance, and support long-term growth.
• Support the CEO in crafting investor pitches, engaging potential investors, and managing due diligence, effectively communicating the strategic roadmap and risk mitigation plans.
• Lead internal communications to ensure employees are well-informed on strategic priorities and initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between the CEO and departmental leaders to align and integrate efforts across functions.
• Establish performance metrics and KPIs to track progress, holding leadership accountable for commitments and measurable results.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles within high-growth or startup environments.
• Proven experience supporting executive leadership, with expertise in organizational change, operational strategy, and program management.
• .Strong decision-making, strategic planning, and guidance skills for executive and leadership teams.
• Expertise in scaling systems, resource allocation, and budget management to support growth.
• Skilled in leading complex projects, aligning cross-functional teams, and managing cultural change.

What the Client Offers:

• Unlimited vacation time to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health coverage to ensure employee well-being.
• Stock options as part of employee compensation.
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements to accommodate individual needs.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the company.