Chief of Staff

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Berlin
3-5 Years Experience
Travel
The Role


The Senior Chief of Staff assumes a critical role in providing strategic support to the CEO and senior leadership team, overseeing and executing key initiatives, and driving operational excellence throughout the organization. This position serves as the CEO's principal advisor, conducting rigorous analysis, offering strategic guidance, and ensuring seamless communication and alignment on strategic priorities. With a focus on enhancing efficiency and facilitating decisive action, the Senior Chief of Staff acts as the primary liaison between the CEO and internal stakeholders, contributing to organizational success through effective leadership and meticulous execution.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Senior Chief of Staff manages a direct report who serves as the Assistant to the C-Level executive.

YOUR CHALLENGE:


  • Collaborate closely with the CEO and senior leadership to formulate and execute strategic plans and initiative
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, providing strategic counsel and insights on key business decisions.
  • Lead and manage cross-functional projects and initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis and research to support strategic decision-making and problem-solving.
  • Drive operational efficiency and process improvement initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment on priorities.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and other materials for executive meetings and presentations.
  • Monitor and track progress on strategic initiatives, identifying risks and opportunities, and recommending course corrections as needed.
  • Implement and manage OKRs by facilitating communication between departments, aligning objectives and key results with the overall business strategy, and ensuring that teams deliver/hold accountable and remain focused on their priorities.
  • Team Leadership: Lead the Executive Assistant to the C-Level, fostering a culture of innovation, ownership, and customer-centricity. Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to team members.

 ABOUT YOU:

  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, ideally with a top-tier firm.
  • Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, draw insights, and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and the drive to excel in a dynamic and rapidly evolving startup environment.

We are Blacklane, providers of premium global chauffeur services. Our mission is to create true peace of mind for discerning travellers by delivering perfect experiences around the world and to inspire a better future. Blacklane is offering airport transfers, City-to-City commutes, In-city mobility chauffeur hailing and Chauffeur-by-the-hour in over 50 countries globally, either pre-booked or on-demand. Whether it’s for business or pleasure, Blacklane and its 300 employees and tens of thousands of chauffeur partners have the right premium transportation service for you. By changing how people move, we opened up new opportunities for our chauffeur providers and set industry standards for climate protection in the travel industry. 

We believe in ethical business practices and have a strong company culture: 

  • : We believe that open and actionable feedback is the essential component of continuous development. Set your personal development plan and take an active role in our internal learning communities to progress your career. 
  • Even the most ambitious Blacklaner needs some time to unwind. Find out what works for you and your team with flexible working hours and home office days.
  • : Get to know your fellow Blacklaners through our regular team socials. Our success comes from a collaboration of more than 350 people from 70 nations and we are looking for more exceptional people to join us! 
  • : We want all Blacklaners to benefit from the company's success, so every employee gets virtual stock options.
  • : We’ve banded salary levels and matched them to the local costs of living, meaning you’re always paid fairly and you know that the rest of the crew is too.
  • :We care for both people and the planet, having launched the mobility's industry-first global carbon offset scheme in 2017. Blacklane plans to deliver 35% of global rides in EVs by year-end 2024, and 50% by the end of year 2025.
  • We are committed to inclusion and diversity. A company is only as strong as its crew, so we developed a work environment that is inclusive, inspiring and open. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
  • Every crew member receives 8 hours of paid leave per year to participate in volunteering initiatives of their choice or lead employee-driven community outreach projects. Utilize your time to lend hands to a cause that drives your passion.

The Company
HQ: Berlin
2,011 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Our global chauffeur service brings peace of mind to business travelers moving through a fast-paced world.

Our crew’s dedication to safety, reliability, and smart technology places us at the forefront of a new era of stress-free business travel. Since 2017, the company has been carbon offsetting every ride, combining a high-end guest experience with care for the planet.

Enjoy a private and convenient five-star service for all of your airport transfers, City to City, and in-city rides. Upgrade your travels on Blacklane’s mobile app or website

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