Chief of Staff

Posted 25 Days Ago
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7+ Years Experience
Payments • Financial Services
The Role
The Chief of Staff will support the CEO in strategic planning, manage investor relations, lead project management initiatives, optimize operational processes, assist in financial analysis, and track company performance metrics, ensuring alignment and efficiency across the organization.
Summary Generated by Built In

Clara is the leading spend management platform for companies in Latin America. Our end-to-end solution includes our locally-issued corporate cards, a Bill Pay product, financing solutions, and our highly-rated software platform; already being used by thousands of the most successful companies across the region.

Clara is backed by top global and regional investors such as GGV Capital, Coatue, DST Global Partners, General Catalyst, monashees, Acrew Capital, Kaszek, Citius, Canary, Citi Ventures, Picus Capital, Avid Ventures, ICONIQ Growth, Endeavor Catalyst, Goldman Sachs, Accial Capital, and prominent angel investors.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Chief of Staff to join our dynamic fintech startup. This role will report directly to the CEO and play a crucial part in managing relationships with investors, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring operational excellence across the organization.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate closely with the CEO to develop and execute the company’s strategic vision and long-term goals.
  • Investor Relations: Serve as a primary point of contact for investors, managing communications, updates, and relationships to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Project Management: Lead and oversee key projects and initiatives, ensuring timely execution and delivery.
  • Operational Oversight: Monitor and optimize operational processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across departments.
  • Financial Analysis: Assist in financial planning, forecasting, and budget management in collaboration with finance and executive teams.
  • Communication and Coordination: Facilitate communication between the CEO, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and alignment.
  • Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze company performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive decision-making.
  • Special Projects: Undertake special projects as assigned by the CEO, ranging from market research to operational improvements.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred.
  • Proven experience in a strategic role within a fintech or startup company or financial services sector.
  • Strong understanding of investor relations, financial analysis, and project management.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with senior executives and investors.
  • Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
  • Leadership qualities with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.

The way we do things is as important as what we do. That is why we operate on a set of carefully-identified values. They are what we expect from ourselves and each other in our day-to-day.

 

We value

Clarity - Open and direct communication

Simplicity - Pare things down to the essential

Ownership - We're all owners and act like it

Pride - Make quality products we're proud of

Always Be Changing (ABC) - Continuous self-improvement

Inclusivity - Every voice counts; we value each other for our shared mission and contributions

 

We are

* Shaping business finances in Latin America

* Driven by our 6 core values

* Proud of our inclusive and caring culture

* Certified as Top LinkedIn Startup

 We offer

* Competitive salary & a robust stock ownership plan

* 100% flexible work model

* A set of benefits that are adaptable to your needs & way of life

* Opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment

* A chance to shape B2B payments in Latin America and increase the region’s economic competitiveness

The Company
Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
476 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Clara is the leading payment platform for companies in Latin America. Our end-to-end solution includes our locally-issued corporate cards, Bill Pay, crossborder payments, and our highly-rated software platform used by thousands of the most successful companies across the region. Clara is backed by top global and regional investors such as Coatue, DST Global, General Catalyst, monashees, Kaszek, Canary, A*, BoxGroup, SV Angel, GFC, Picus Capital, Avid Ventures, ICONIQ Growth, Goldman Sachs, and prominent angel investors. Driven by our six core values (Ownership, Pride, ABC, Simplicity, Clarity and Inclusivity) we’ve reached a unicorn valuation in record time, have been recognized as a Great Place to Work and as one of the most promising startups according to Linkedin’s ranking “Top Startups 2021”. We’re looking for the best talent worldwide to join our team and be part of this journey, so you can't afford to miss this chance! We are: * Shaping business finances in Latin America * Driven by our 6 core values * Proud of our inclusive and caring culture * Certified as a Great Place to Work and a Top LinkedIn Startup

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