Chief of Staff

Darwin Hawkins; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential - Private Equity Backed Organisation in Dublin City Centre (Hybrid) seeks a Chief of Staff to the CFO to partner on strategic decision‑making and transformation across the finance function and wider business.

You will lead high‑impact projects, coordinate governance, and partner with senior leaders to drive execution and value creation in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chief of Staff supporting CFO/CEO in a large, international or PE-backed organisation.
• Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and cross‑functional programmes.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and project leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Execution – drive key strategic initiatives across the finance function and broader business.
• Executive Support – prepare briefings, reports and materials for the CFO, EC and Board.
• Business Transformation – lead cross‑functional programmes to improve operational excellence.
• Stakeholder Management – align senior leaders across Finance, Operations, Product and Corporate Functions.
• Governance & Planning – manage governance processes and leadership meetings with effective follow-up.
• Performance Management – monitor KPIs and report progress to the CFO and leadership.
• Executive Projects – own high‑impact confidential projects with Board involvement.
• Leadership Partnership – act as an extension of the CFO to prioritise competing demands.

Skills

Chief of Staff

CFO partnership

Strategic execution

Stakeholder management

Project management

Board liaison

Executive communications

Job description

Sector: Confidential - Private Equity Backed Organisation

Location: Dublin City Centre (Hybrid)

Salary: Excellent package plus Bonus and Benefits

Our Client

Our client is a highly successful, private equity-backed international organisation entering an exciting phase of strategic growth and transformation.

With an established market position and ambitious future plans, the business is focused on delivering significant value creation over the coming years, providing an exceptional opportunity to join a high-performing executive leadership team at a pivotal stage in the company's journey.

Why should you apply?

This is a rare opportunity to become the trusted Chief of Staff to an accomplished CFO, working at the heart of a dynamic executive team.

The role offers unrivalled exposure to strategic decision‑making, board‑level initiatives and cross‑functional leadership, making it an outstanding platform for someone who enjoys operating at the intersection of finance, strategy and business transformation.

With the company being private‑equity‑backed, there is a strong focus on operational excellence, strategic execution and preparing the business for future value creation. You will play a key role in driving priorities across the finance organisation while partnering with senior stakeholders throughout the business.

Who should apply?

This opportunity will suit a finance professional that has previous experience of being Chief of Staff who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment. The successful candidate is likely to have:

• Previous experience working as a Chief of Staff supporting a CFO, CEO or other executive leader.
• Experience operating within a large international or high‑growth organisation.
• Outstanding project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong commercial judgement with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A highly proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with the ability to influence at executive level.

Role and Reporting Lines

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will act as a strategic partner across the finance function and wider business. Responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Execution – Drive key strategic initiatives across the finance organisation, ensuring priorities are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives.
• Executive Support – Act as the CFO's trusted adviser, preparing briefings, presentations and materials for Executive Committee and Board meetings.
• Business Transformation – Coordinate cross‑functional programmes that support operational excellence, organisational effectiveness and long‑term value creation.
• Stakeholder Management – Partner with senior leaders across Finance, Operations, Product and Corporate Functions to ensure alignment on strategic priorities.
• Governance & Planning – Manage executive governance processes, leadership meetings and follow‑up actions to ensure effective decision‑making.
• Performance Management – Monitor strategic KPIs, track progress against business objectives and provide regular updates to the CFO and leadership team.
• Executive Projects – Lead and deliver high‑impact confidential projects on behalf of the CFO, often involving Board‑level stakeholders.
• Leadership Partnership – Serve as an extension of the CFO, helping to prioritise competing demands while ensuring the finance leadership team remains focused on delivering strategic outcomes.