Chief of Staff

Dexory; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics tech company in Oxford is seeking a Chief of Staff who can drive execution and accountability across the organization. The candidate will collaborate closely with the executive team to implement strategic initiatives and lead special projects. This dynamic role requires strong interpersonal skills, analytical thinking, and experience in high-growth environments. Attractive benefits and a commitment to innovation are part of the package.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Programme

25 holidays per year

Full meals onsite

Fun team events

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chief of Staff or similar role.
• Demonstrated success in driving execution across multiple functions.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the company’s OKR and strategic planning processes.
• Work closely with the CEO and executive team to ensure strategy execution.
• Drive accountability and discipline in execution across the business.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Exceptional communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

At Dexory, we're developing advanced software powered by cutting-edge robots that are transforming the very face of global logistics. With infectious enthusiasm, our unique blend of disciplines work in harmony to produce results at pace. From hardware and manufacturing to software, AI and commercial, we're one team – one heart – that beats, learns and grows together.

Big growth means even bigger opportunities. We’re looking for a Chief of Staff who’s ready to make a real impact in a fast-moving environment.

Role

The Chief of Staff will act as a force multiplier for the whole executive team, ensuring that strategy translates into execution and that accountability is driven across the business. This role will be crucial in ensuring communication, accountability, and real-time problem-solving. The right candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a proactive mindset and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the company’s OKR and strategic planning processes, supporting teams in their planning and holding them accountable for delivery.
• Work closely with the CEO and executive team to ensure strategy is translated into execution across all functions.
• Drive accountability, discipline, and cadence in execution across the full business.
• Lead high-priority special projects, often cross-functional and time-critical.
• Serve as a thought partner to the CEO and executive team, providing leverage on decision-making, communication, and stakeholder alignment.
• Run a lean business operations team that focuses on driving data-driven decision making and AI automation.
• Help refine operating rhythms, processes, and cross-team collaboration to support scale.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Chief of Staff, COO, Head of Operations, or senior operator in an early-stage or scaling startup environment.
• Demonstrated success in driving execution across multiple functions (product, engineering, commercial, operations) and aligning teams around strategic priorities.
• Strong understanding of company operating rhythms and cadence — planning cycles, OKRs, business reviews, and performance tracking.
• Track record of building lightweight processes that enable speed and accountability rather than bureaucracy.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills; able to work effectively with senior leaders and individual contributors alike.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with comfort in using data to drive decisions and measure impact.
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills; able to simplify complexity and keep teams aligned.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and context switching, thriving in fast-moving, high-growth environments. Demonstrated ability to lead special projects or internal initiatives from concept to delivery.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; MBA or additional business/leadership training beneficial but not required.

Benefits

Starting from the interview process and continuing into your career with us, you will be working by our four Operating Principles:

• Performance: High standards, outstanding results,
• Impact: Big challenges, bigger results
• Commitment: All in, every time
• One team: One mission, shared success

Joining our team and company isn't just about expertise; it's about embracing uncertainty with ambition. We're crafting world-changing solutions, fueled by a passion to redefine what's possible. We will look for you to help create and shape the future of logistics solutions through our products, our culture and our shared vision.

You will also receive:

• Private healthcare via Bupa with 24/7 medical helpline
• Life insurance
• Income protection
• Pension: 4+% employee with option to opt into salary exchange, 5% employer
• Employee Assistance Programme - mental wellbeing, financial and legal advice/support
• 25 holidays per year
• Full meals onsite in Wallingford
• Fun team events on and offsite, snacks of all kinds in the office

AAP/EEO Statement

Dexory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training