FILLED - Chief of Staff/Operations - Hybrid/W1

Leaman Consulting LLP; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international business in the Arts seeks a dynamic Chief of Staff/Operations to drive operational excellence and financial strategy. This role demands a senior-level professional with a background in UHNW or luxury sectors, ready to engage with high-profile stakeholders and manage diverse interests. You'll be pivotal in liaising with accountants, overseeing compliance, and ensuring smooth operations while supporting the Founding Partners. With a focus on people management and communication, this position offers an excellent package, bonus potential, and a unique opportunity for career growth in a vibrant environment. If you're motivated and ready for a challenge, this role is for you.

Benefits

Excellent package

Bonus

Career opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience in operations at a senior level, preferably in luxury or UHNW environments.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage financial strategy and compliance.
• Support the General Manager in HR functions and onboarding new employees.

Skills

Operations Management

Financial Analysis

People Management

Communication Skills

Legal Compliance

Education

Degree in relevant field

Financial Qualification

Job description

FILLED - Chief of Staff/Operations - Hybrid/W1

This is a new role created by a very successful and growing international business within the Arts.

Your background will show UHNW, Family Office or a luxury background at senior level in operations. Degree standard with a motivated energy and a keen interest in your work and accomplishing goals.

Financially astute, you will liaise with the company accountants and advisors with regard to strategy, reports, management of cashflow, budgeting & forecasting, financial analysis, and managing the receivable and payable processes; a financial qualification is preferred. You will also be responsible for legal and compliance issues across various jurisdictions. Having a central role in daily business operations, you will also be involved in the personal and business interests of the two Founding Partners. You will be business-minded, targeted, and professional.

Responsible with the General Manager for people management, onboarding, and some training for new colleagues to the business, a good general overview of HR is needed along with a personable, hands-on approach. A top communicator able to build relationships quickly.

Experience with managing a wide portfolio of interests and how they interact is essential; you will also liaise internationally on behalf of the Principals regarding international assets such as cars, yachts, wine, real estate, and venture capital.

Flexible when needed, you will also be happy to travel occasionally abroad to oversee or manage various projects.

You will show a similar role of this responsibility in the past at senior level and work in collaboration with Principals and colleagues.

Excellent package + bonus + career opportunity.