Chief of Staff to CEO Technology in Midtown​/Staten - HYBRID

• New York, NY

Our client, an innovative technology company specializing in smart building solutions and building automation, is looking to hire a dynamic, strategic, and highly polished Chief of Staff to work directly with and report to the CEO. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a Chief of Staff, strategy, operations, management, or business development role, ideally working closely with a CEO or other senior executives.

This person will serve as a trusted right hand to the CEO, helping drive strategic initiatives, manage key priorities, and ensure seamless execution across the organization. The successful candidate will be highly organized, proactive, resourceful, and comfortable interacting with senior executives, clients, investors, and other key stakeholders. Strong executive presence, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment will be key.

This is an exciting, highly visible opportunity with significant growth potential. This role is 1-2x days in office (Staten Island & Manhattan) and 3x days remote.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as a trusted partner to the CEO, helping manage strategic priorities, key initiatives, and executive-level responsibilities

Partner with the CEO to develop, prioritize, and execute strategic plans aligned with the company's short- and long-term goals

Attend high-level meetings with clients, investors, strategic partners, and senior executives; ensure the CEO is prepared and manage all follow-up items

Prepare executive briefings, presentations, reports, meeting materials, and strategic updates

Manage high-priority projects and initiatives from start to finish, ensuring deadlines are met and teams remain aligned

Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal teams, helping communicate priorities and drive execution across departments

Coordinate cross-functional projects, streamline processes, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency

Track key business and operational performance metrics and provide actionable insights to the CEO

Assist with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and other business management activities as needed

Support business development efforts, including evaluating growth opportunities, building strategic relationships, and advancing key client and partner initiatives

Track commitments, action items, and deliverables from executive meetings to ensure timely follow-through

Assist with organizational development initiatives, including talent planning, leadership development, and team structure

Manage confidential business, financial, personnel, and investor information with the utmost discretion

Assist with special projects and other responsibilities as needed; proactively anticipate the CEO's needs and stay several steps ahead

QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior experience in a Chief of Staff, strategy, operations, management, business development, or similar senior-level role

Experience working directly with a CEO, founder, or other senior executive in a trusted capacity

Strong executive presence and ability to confidently interact with C-suite executives, clients, investors, and strategic partners

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong business acumen and experience with strategic planning, operations, financial management, or business development

Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive initiatives through completion

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to juggle multiple competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Highly proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented

Excellent judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information

Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills

Collaborative, team-oriented attitude with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization

Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma is a plus

SALARY:

$150-175K on a base + bonus + benefits

HOURS:

8/8:30am-5/5:30pm + flexibility after hours, as needed. This role is 1-2x days in office (Staten Island & Manhattan) and 3x days remote