Chief of Staff to the CEO (Execution & Strategic Operations)

2 hours, 48 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
Project and Program Management
Distro

Distro

DISTRO is a global platform for companies to interview and hire candidates for full-time roles efficiently.

Internet Software & Services
11-50

Description

  • Act as an extension of the CEO across strategic and operational initiatives.
  • Serve as a proxy for the CEO in meetings by capturing decisions, clarifying direction, and driving alignment.
  • Translate CEO priorities into structured execution plans with owners, timelines, and success metrics.
  • Drive accountability across the leadership team by tracking commitments, deliverables, and follow-through.
  • Own the company’s operating cadence, including leadership meetings, agendas, action items, OKR tracking, and follow-ups.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives such as process improvements, change initiatives, and internal operating improvements.
  • Identify execution bottlenecks and proactively resolve issues before they affect outcomes.
  • Track organization-wide initiatives and provide concise status updates to the CEO.
  • Support preparation of board materials, quarterly updates, executive reporting, and strategic summaries.
  • Draft executive communications, internal updates, and initiative summaries.

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of experience in a Chief of Staff, strategic Executive Assistant, Program Manager, or senior operations role.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive execution, manage projects, and enforce accountability at senior levels.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a clear, structured approach.
  • Comfort influencing without authority and navigating ambiguity.
  • Proven ability to prioritize under pressure and adapt quickly in dynamic environments.
  • High discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to quickly adopt new tools and systems.
  • Experience in high-growth, private-equity-backed, or scaling environments preferred.
  • Resilience, ownership, bias to action, and strong follow-through are essential.

Benefits

  • Fully remote work-from-home role.
  • Full-time Monday-to-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST.
  • Occasional flexibility required for global time zones, including Australia.
  • Rare travel-related or time-sensitive flexibility may be needed.
  • Company-issued secured laptop and equipment provided.
  • $1–$2 a month compensation listed in the posting.

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