Chief Of Staff (Fintech)

TL;DR

Chief Of Staff (Fintech): Lead and optimize business operations, organizational design, and internal processes at a fast-growing fintech startup with an accent on strategic planning, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. Focus on driving high-impact projects, enhancing productivity, and supporting the CEO in scaling the company.

Location: Hybrid in Berlin, Germany with flexibility to work remotely across Germany and up to 60 days workation in the EU

Company

hirify.global provides a Brokerage-as-a-Service platform enabling seamless digital access to capital markets through a single API, empowering fintechs, banks, and wealth managers across Europe.

What you will do

• Drive business performance by creating an environment for strong operational execution and productivity.
• Work closely with the CEO as a key problem solver and strategic partner.
• Lead special projects across the company and elevate insights for management decisions.
• Own People, Talent & Founders Associate functions, setting strategy and leading teams.
• Manage key internal processes and ceremonies including planning and company events.
• Collaborate with shareholders and strategic partners to align company contributions with group strategy.

Requirements

• Location: Ideally based in Berlin or anywhere in Germany with hybrid work setup
• English: Proficient communication in English and German
• 10+ years experience in fast-paced environments such as startups, consulting, investment banking, or fintech.
• Strong leadership skills with an entrepreneurial mindset and ownership mentality.
• Experience in organizational design, strategy, and people management.
• Comfortable with ambiguity, frequent change, and broad scope of responsibilities.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.
• Flexible working hours with focus time and asynchronous communication.
• Hybrid work setup with office presence in Berlin 7+ days per month.
• Personal development with mentoring and growth opportunities.
• Deutschlandticket sponsorship and financial education benefits.
• Workation allowance to work from anywhere in the EU for up to 60 days per year.

Hiring process

• Initial 30-minute meeting with CEO.
• 60-minute deep dive interview with CEO.
• On-site interviews including case study, principles session, and leadership meetings.