Chief of Staff

Deep Abacus; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chief of Staff to drive operational excellence and support the CEO and leadership team. The role involves strategic planning, project management, and enhancing operational efficiency across business functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consulting or strategy and 3–10 years of relevant experience in high-performing environments. This position demands excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of relevant experience in high-performing environments.
• Background in consulting, banking, or strategy-focused roles.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality presentations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to define and implement key strategic priorities.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of objectives.
• Streamline processes and workflows to enhance productivity and scalability.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Operational Efficiency

Communication

Education

Degree from a top-tier university

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Chief of Staff to drive operational excellence and support the CEO and leadership team in achieving key objectives. This role is critical in managing high-priority initiatives, streamlining processes, and ensuring seamless alignment across business functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong operational focus, preferably with experience in consulting, and excel in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

What You Will Do

• Strategic Planning : Collaborate with leadership to define and implement key strategic priorities.
• Project Management : Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of objectives.
• Operational Efficiency : Streamline processes and workflows to enhance productivity and scalability.
• Reporting & Analysis : Manage board schedules, prepare presentations, and deliver actionable insights through detailed internal and management reporting.
• Communication : Act as a liaison between leadership and stakeholders, facilitating effective collaboration and transparency.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Strategic Expertise : Background in consulting, banking, or strategy-focused roles.
• Operational Excellence : Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and optimize workflows, processes, and systems to enhance efficiency and scalability. Skilled in identifying areas for improvement and delivering sustainable solutions.
• Executional Excellence : Proven ability to deliver high-quality presentations and handle complex operational tasks.
• Organizational Skills : Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Interpersonal Skills : Adept at building relationships, driving initiatives, and maintaining discretion.
• Education & Experience : Degree from a top-tier university, with 3–10 years of relevant experience in high-performing environments.
• Flexibility : Willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate business needs.