Strategic Chief of Staff — Drive Execution & Growth

Career1Source - Executive Recruiting; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Direct exposure to executive leadership

Opportunities for continuous learning and development

Job summary

A reputable executive recruiting firm is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with senior leadership, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring effective execution. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of experience in relevant fields, strong analytical skills, and exceptional communication abilities. This role offers opportunities for influence and visibility in a dynamic environment based in Chicago or Kansas City. Competitive compensation and exposure to executive decision-making are integral to this position.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in roles such as Chief of Staff, strategy, operations, consulting, corporate finance, or investment banking.
• Experience in private equity-backed or high-growth environments is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the executive team to prioritize initiatives and drive execution.
• Lead and manage strategic projects from concept through completion.
• Develop and track key performance metrics, dashboards, and productivity insights.

Skills

Financial modeling

Project management

Exceptional communication

Analytical skills

Influencing without authority

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field

MBA strongly preferred

Job description

A reputable executive recruiting firm is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with senior leadership, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring effective execution. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of experience in relevant fields, strong analytical skills, and exceptional communication abilities. This role offers opportunities for influence and visibility in a dynamic environment based in Chicago or Kansas City. Competitive compensation and exposure to executive decision-making are integral to this position.