Chief of Staff

Belmont Lavan; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology and talent solutions group in South Africa is seeking a Group Chief of Staff to drive operational excellence and align cross-functional teams. The role requires overseeing major initiatives, improving processes, and supporting the CEO. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills and a background in technology or recruitment. Benefits include competitive salary, performance bonuses, and remote work flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Remote work flexibility

Significant career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in operations or project management.
• Strong project and programme management skills.
• Background in technology or recruitment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• Drive timelines, deliverables, and outcomes.
• Ensure alignment between cross-functional teams and business objectives.

Skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Digital marketing

Operational discipline

Proactive problem-solving

Excellent communication

Tools

Monday.com

Asana

Jira

Trello

Job description

About Us

Belmont Lavan Group, along with its partners Blackrock Technologies and Bradford Jacobs Ltd, is a global technology and talent solutions group operating across EOR/PEO services, IT consultancy, enterprise technology, digital marketing, and SaaS solutions.

With operations in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and North America, our group provides advanced workforce solutions, digital transformation services, and cutting‑edge technology products. Our ecosystem includes multiple fast‑growing business units specialising in AI, CRM, talent operations, and enterprise software.

As our organisation continues to expand, we are seeking a highly capable Group Chief of Staff to work directly with the Group CEO, driving operational excellence, aligning cross‑functional teams, and ensuring the smooth execution of strategic initiatives.

Role Overview

This is a high‑impact, senior leadership role requiring a blend of strategic vision, operational discipline, and project delivery capability. You will oversee major group‑wide initiatives, support intercompany collaboration, and ensure all business units are aligned with the CEO's priorities and organisational goals.

You will act as the CEO's right hand, managing mission‑critical projects, improving operational processes, and enabling the group to scale efficiently across multiple regions and industries.

Key Responsibilities

2. Business Operations & Process Improvement

3. Recruitment, Talent & Team Building

4. Digital Marketing & Lead Generation Alignment

5. Strategic Support to the Group C‑Suite

6. Finance & Budget Coordination

7. Meeting, Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Project & Programme Management
• Oversee and manage multiple simultaneous projects across Belmont Lavan Group, Blackrock Technologies, and Bradford Jacobs Ltd.
• Drive timelines, deliverables, and outcomes using project management platforms such as Monday.com, Asana, Jira, or Trello.
• Ensure alignment between cross‑functional teams and group business objectives.
• Develop and implement operational frameworks, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
• Identify bottlenecks and drive continuous process improvement across all business units.
• Introduce best practices that enhance workflow, collaboration, and productivity.
• Support resource planning and oversee talent acquisition across multiple companies.
• Assist with onboarding, capability alignment, and team development.
• Collaborate with talent teams to ensure the right skills are allocated to the right projects.
• Ensure consistency across marketing strategies, lead‑generation initiatives, and brand execution.
• Work with digital teams to align campaigns with business goals across the group.
• Technically capable of learning and setting up third‑party systems.
• Serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to the CEO.
• Manage high‑priority tasks, delegated responsibilities, and confidential matters.
• Prepare executive briefs, decision‑making documents, and operational reports.
• Work with finance teams to allocate project budgets and track spending.
• Ensure financial alignment across intercompany initiatives.
• Organise and coordinate executive‑level meetings, ensuring clear agendas and follow‑ups.
• Maintain oversight of intercompany communication, ensuring teams remain aligned and informed.

Requirements

Who You Are

• A highly organised professional with strong project and programme management experience.
• A strategic thinker who can turn high‑level objectives into actionable plans.
• A leader capable of working across diverse business units and functions.
• A proactive problem‑solver who thrives in fast‑paced, international environments.
• Experienced in digital marketing, IT consultancy, recruitment, EOR/PEO, or SaaS.
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable using modern project management tools.
• An excellent communicator who can operate across multiple time zones and cultures.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years' experience in operations, project management, programme management, or a Chief of Staff role.
• Background in technology, recruitment, EOR/PEO, SaaS, or IT consulting is highly desirable.
• Experience in scaling companies, high‑growth environments, or multinational organisations.
• Previous exposure to CEOs, senior stakeholders, and executive‑level decision‑making.

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses
• Remote work flexibility with optional relocation after probation
• Direct involvement in high‑impact, strategic initiatives
• Exposure to a globally diverse and rapidly scaling group
• Significant career advancement opportunities
• A dynamic, fast‑paced environment where your impact is immediately visible