CEO OFFICE

Wirehire; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 1.335.113.000 - 2.002.671.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Jakarta is seeking a Chief of Staff to support the CEO in driving business development and strategic initiatives. This role demands strong analytical skills and a background in the technology sector, particularly in AI and digital transformation. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-7 years of experience and must be fluent in English with a preference for Mandarin, enabling effective engagement in regional markets. This is an exciting opportunity to shape business strategies and initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in business development or strategy in technology.
• Strong understanding of technology business models like SaaS and AI.
• Fluency in English and preferably Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in technology.
• Develop business cases and present them to the CEO.
• Manage the CEO's office and ensure initiatives remain on schedule.

Skills

Business development

Market research

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Our client is seeking an exceptionally motivated and strategically-minded Chief of Staff to serve as a critical extension of the CEO's office. This pivotal role will focus on driving high-priority business development (BD), formulating strategic investment decisions, and executing new go-to-market strategies, primarily within the dynamic technology ecosystem, with a strong focus on AI and digital transformation. The ideal candidate is a fast-paced, adaptable strategic operator with a proven background in technology BD and an appetite for complex, multi-functional challenges. Fluency in Mandarin (Chinese) is highly preferred to facilitate strategic engagement in key regional markets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Business Development & Opportunity Identification

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and strategic initiatives to support the company's growth in the technology sector.
• Conduct in-depth industry research across technology domains, with a focus on AI, emerging technologies, and digital innovation.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, customer needs, and regulatory developments to guide strategic decision‑making.
• Support go‑to‑market strategies and assess partnership structures by working closely with internal teams (product, engineering, finance, legal).
• Build and maintain relationships with technology vendors, startups, research institutions, and potential strategic partners.

2. Investment Strategy & Corporate Development

• Develop and present business cases, feasibility studies, and strategic recommendations to the CEO and senior management.
• Drive and support the scoping, planning, and execution of technology-driven solutions and pilot projects.
• Provide strong analytical thinking and financial acumen to build compelling business cases for new ventures.
• Monitor and track the performance of ongoing technology and AI-related partnerships or projects.

3. CEO Office & Executive Function

• Act as a force multiplier for the CEO, managing the cadence of the office, tracking critical OKRs, and ensuring high-priority initiatives remain on schedule.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and insights for the CEO, leadership, and board meetings.
• Facilitate excellent stakeholder management and communication across product, engineering, legal, and finance teams.
• Stay updated on global and local technology advancements, especially in AI, to anticipate future opportunities.

Requirements

Professional Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5–7 years of proven experience in business development, strategy, or market research within the technology sector.
• Proven experience conducting industry research, market analysis, and competitive intelligence specifically in the technology ecosystem.
• Strong understanding of technology business models (SaaS, cloud services, data platforms, AI/ML solutions, digital products, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to identify business opportunities, evaluate potential partnerships, and support go‑to‑market strategies.
• Strong analytical thinking, financial acumen, and the ability to build business cases.
• Preferably has previous exposure to the AI industry, emerging tech trends, and digital transformation initiatives.

Education & Language

• Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, Technology Management, or a related field; a Masters degree is an advantage.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is a strong plus (preferred to support regional strategic initiatives).

Personal Attributes

• Self-driven, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving technology environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.