Chief of Staff

Recur Software; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus and equity opportunities

High-growth environment

Job summary

A fast-growing software platform is seeking a Chief of Staff to collaborate with founders on strategic initiatives and operations. The role involves project leadership, driving critical projects in various domains, and building efficient systems. Ideal candidates have 2-5 years of relevant experience, are detail-oriented, and eager to grow into senior leadership. This position offers competitive compensation, bonus, and equity, providing a unique opportunity to shape a fast-scaling acquisition platform.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in consulting, banking, investing, or at a high-growth company.
• Ability to make sense of ambiguity and drive outcomes.
• Willingness to learn and grow into a senior leadership track.
• Detail-oriented and organized, but also scrappy enough to roll up your sleeves.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with the founders on strategy, execution, and decision-making.
• Build systems and processes that help the whole team move faster.
• Drive critical projects across M&A, finance, operations, and talent.
• Drive critical projects across M&A, finance, operations, and talent
• Jump into gaps – market research, portfolio support, or one-off challenges
• Act as a leadership multiplier: keep priorities clear, communication crisp, and momentum high

Skills

Detail-oriented

Structured problem-solving

Fast learner

Organized

Ownership mentality

Tools

Clay

Claude Code

Job description

Role Overview

We’re hiring a Chief of Staff to work with our founders on the highest-priority initiatives across Recur. Think of this role as a mix of strategy, operations, and special projects – one day you’re preparing board materials, the next you’re leading a portfolio project or refining Recur’s internal AI systems. If you want a seat at the table while building a fast‑scaling acquisition platform, this is it.

What You’ll Do

• Partner directly with the founders on strategy, execution, and decision‑making
• Learn to use the latest and greatest tools e.g. Clay, Claude Code and more
• Build systems and processes that help the whole team move faster
• Drive critical projects across M&A, finance, operations, and talent
• Jump into gaps – market research, portfolio support, or one‑off challenges
• Act as a leadership multiplier: keep priorities clear, communication crisp, and momentum high

What We’re Looking For

• 2–5 years of experience in consulting, banking, investing, or operating at a high‑growth company
• Fast learner who can pick up new skills quickly
• Structured problem‑solver who can make sense of ambiguity and drive outcomes
• Detail‑oriented and organized, but also scrappy enough to roll up your sleeves
• Hungry to learn, take ownership, and grow into a senior leadership track role

Why Join Us?

This is a rare chance to work hand‑in‑hand with founders at the ground floor of a fast‑scaling software platform. You’ll see the inside of multiple companies, learn how acquisitions are sourced and integrated, and shape the infrastructure of a business backed by some of the world’s best investors.

Location

Based in Chicago or New York, or willing to relocate.

Compensation

Competitive salary, bonus and equity, depending on experience.

Contact

[e-mail]

Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Administrative

Industries

Software Development