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Chief of Staff – Executive Operations
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Job description
About the role
We are seeking a Chief of Staff to act as a strategic partner to the Principal of a family office and investment management business. This position blends traditional executive assistant duties with high‑level operational ownership, supporting the Principal and two additional senior leaders.
Key responsibilities
- Provide executive support, calendar management, travel coordination, and meeting logistics for multiple principals.
- Prepare meeting briefs, take notes, and track action items to completion.
- Build and maintain CRM systems, relationship databases, and follow‑up processes.
- Create accountability frameworks to ensure commitments are met without direct oversight.
- Leverage AI automation tools to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Principal.
- Support special projects, research, and ad‑hoc initiatives as needed.
Required profile
- Proven experience supporting C‑suite executives, founders, investors, or family offices at a senior level.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement systems that are actively used.
- Strong judgment, discretion, and the capacity to operate in high‑trust environments.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on anticipating needs and driving accountability.
Required skills
- CRM systems
- AI automation tools
What we offer
- Competitive USD compensation paid bi‑monthly.
- Paid time off in line with company policy and observance of holidays.
- 100% remote work setup.
- Direct exposure to senior investors, family offices, and global operators.
- High‑ownership role where you shape the operational engine of a top‑level principal.
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