Job Title: Chief of Staff
Location: Böblingen
Department: Executive Office
Reports to: CEO / Managing Director / C-Level Executive
Position Summary:
The Chief of Staff (CoS) is a trusted strategic advisor and execution partner to the CEO and executive leadership team. This high-impact role is responsible for driving strategic initiatives, aligning cross-functional teams, streamlining internal operations, and ensuring that the CEO's priorities are implemented across the organization. The CoS acts as a force multiplier for the CEO, enabling the leadership team to operate at maximum effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Execution
* Support the CEO in developing and executing company strategy.
* Drive progress on key strategic initiatives, often managing special projects directly.
* Monitor OKRs and KPIs and ensure follow-up across business units.
Executive Support & Communication
* Act as a sounding board and thought partner to the CEO.
* Prepare internal and external presentations, board materials, and executive briefings.
* Serve as a liaison between the CEO and other executives, employees, and stakeholders.
Operational Efficiency
* Optimize workflows, meeting cadences, and decision-making processes within the leadership team.
* Lead or contribute to the planning and facilitation of leadership offsites, weekly executive meetings, and company all-hands.
Project Management
* Manage complex cross-functional projects that require high-level coordination.
* Ensure that projects are aligned with company goals and completed on time and within scope.
People & Culture Partner
* Help build a high-performance leadership culture by fostering accountability, transparency, and alignment.
* Occasionally support internal communications, change management, or HR initiatives.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
* 5–10 years of experience in management consulting, strategic planning, business operations, or a similar field.
* Proven ability to lead and influence without authority.
* Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
* Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Fluent in English; German is an advantage.
Key Competencies:
* Strategic Thinking
* Executive Presence
* Project Management
* Cross-Functional Leadership
* Operational Excellence
* Problem Solving
* Communication & Influence
Why This Role Matters:
The Chief of Staff enables the CEO and leadership team to focus on the most critical priorities by ensuring the rest of the organization is aligned and effective. It’s a unique opportunity to work at the highest levels of the company and have a broad, lasting impact across teams.
Contact:
Lisa Huck
HR Business Partner
M: +49 173 6586921
Lisa.huck@futurelog.com