Chief of Staff

About the company Our client is a fast-growing software company. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Work side by side with the CEO as a senior generalist, picking up the most important unowned priorities across the business and carrying them through to completion. Manage the company's planning and review routines, lead cross-functional initiatives, and set up lasting processes so problems stay solved. What you'll do - Take on projects from the founders and see them through across fundraising readiness, recruiting, operations and go-to-market. - Run the company's planning and review routines, including goals, key metrics, team meetings and periodic reviews. - Assemble materials for the board and investors and make sure reported figures are correct. - Lead special projects from start to finish across sales, product operations, recruiting, finance and partnerships. - Act as the link between product, engineering and go-to-market teams, flagging issues early. - Create durable systems and processes so recurring issues are resolved permanently. Requirements What we're looking for - At least 3 years of relevant professional experience. - A structured, detail-focused working style with a strong sense of ownership from spotting an issue to closing it. - Prior experience in finance, investing, an MBA program, or an operating or chief of staff role. - Strong analytical and written communication skills, including turning open-ended research into clear recommendations for leadership. - Comfort working through ambiguity and switching quickly between financial analysis, workforce planning, customer matters and executive presentations. - Enough understanding of AI technology to contribute credibly in conversations across teams. Bonus points - Experience as a founder or as an early employee at a young company. - Exposure to consulting, finance or operations, or another demanding, high-accountability setting. - Experience working directly with founders or senior executives. - Experience establishing new processes and internal infrastructure at an early-stage business. Benefits Compensation and benefits - Base salary: USD 100,000 to 250,000 per year - Equity Location and work model - San Francisco, CA, United States - On-site, 5 days per week in office - Full-time