We're delighted to be recruiting for a very key Chief of Staff role for a Technology scale-up, growing at an incredible rate. This role will play a pivotal part in the next stage of growth for the organisation from 2026 onwards, on what is sure to be an incredibly exciting journey!
Core Purpose
- Extend our capacity and drive disciplined execution of our clients strategy across functions and geographies.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational: Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects across Engineering, Product, GTM & G&A to embed scalable, repeatable processes.
- Investor Readiness: Work closely with our VC group in Europe; understand VC dynamics and fundraising to prepare the company for future rounds.
- AI Foundations: Establish strong human processes and operational discipline before scaling with AI-driven automation.
- Leadership Alignment: Ensure the organisation operates in a focused rhythm across timezones, with clear communication and alignment.
- CEO Partnership: Act as a strategic and operational extension of the CEO, stepping into functions or regions where additional drive or coordination is needed.
Profile Requirements
- Strong operator who can drive strategy and execution across multiple teams and regions.
- Experience in a scaling B2B tech company or on the investment/VC side (ideally exposed to both).
- Deep understanding of fundraising, investor expectations, and data/operational readiness.
- Languages: Fluent English + Spanish.
- Comfortable with frequent travel across the Middle East, UK, and North America.
- Based in Madrid, working closely with our Commercial Analyst and global leaders.
Success Looks Like
- Cross-functional projects delivered consistently and at high quality.
- Organisation operating with a predictable rhythm and alignment across regions.
- Ensure the company is fully prepared for upcoming funding rounds with clear documentation and strong operational maturity.
- CEO leverage significantly increased; execution improves measurably across the business.
What the Zest team thinks
"This is an exceptionally exciting opportunity for someone with a private equity or high growth technology background to jump into a key role at one of the fastest growing technology organisations in Europe!" (Calum, Zest Founder)