Chief of Staff

The Chief of Staff will serve as a key right hand to the CEO and leadership team, owning strategic initiatives, streamlining internal operations, and helping ensure the executive team is focused on the most important priorities. This role requires a big-picture thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and can balance strategic planning with tactical execution.

Client Details

This organization is a fast-growing, mid-sized marketing and creative services firm based in New York City, partnering with innovative brands across lifestyle, tech, media, and consumer goods. Known for our strategic thinking and bold creative execution, we blend data-driven insights with storytelling that moves the needle.

Description

• Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the CEO, managing the flow of information and facilitating key decision-making processes
• Drive company-wide initiatives and special projects, from ideation to execution, ensuring alignment across departments
• Coordinate and manage executive meetings, offsites, and quarterly planning processes; track and follow up on action items
• Identify operational inefficiencies and work with department heads to implement process improvements
• Support internal communications, including company-wide updates, executive messaging, and board materials
• Oversee strategic planning, goal setting, and KPI tracking across teams
• Partner with Finance, HR, and Operations on budget planning, resourcing, and organizational development
• Serve as a culture carrier, helping scale systems that reinforce company values and improve employee engagement

Profile

• 7+ years of experience in strategy, operations, management consulting, or chief of staff-type roles, ideally in marketing, media, or tech
• Strong business acumen with a track record of driving strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to influence without authority and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred

Job Offer

• High-impact, high-visibility role reporting directly to the CEO
• Creative, collaborative team environment with room to grow
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
• Flexible hybrid work environment with a centrally located NYC office
• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing, values-driven marketing firm

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