What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief of Staff position at Manning Personnel Group, Inc.?
MPG is partnering with an early-stage Biotech company seeking a Chief of Staff. Partnering with the CEO and working closely with the leadership team, the ideal candidate will enjoy a role at the intersection of project management and business operations which will ensure the firms quick growth as it seeks to scale internationally. The CoS is a highly visible and impactful role in this growing organization. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the desire to collaborate cross-functionally and strive in a fast-paced environment.
The CoS will have demonstrated skills in project management, operations, and a knack for solving complex or ambiguous problems. If you’re excited about the idea of helping scale a fast-growing biotech company and making a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting the leadership team by keeping projects on track, attending key meetings, connecting-dots and facilitating communication across the company.
- Act as a liaison, sounding board, and implementer to the CEO; partner with the CEO on initiatives that ensure a high functioning organization.
- Scope, plan, lead and execute multiple high priority projects; monitor progress and achievement of next steps and develop and maintain an inventory of critical projects and the corporate calendar.
- Partner with program leaders, functional leaders, and administrative staff to ensure streamlined activities and the coordination and orchestration of projects or commitments.
- Support the CEO in optimizing their schedule and improving delegation to ensure efficiency with the leadership team.
- Leading company-wide projects and support with strategic planning and investor communications.
- Identifying issues before they become problems and suggesting ways to improve our processes and efficiency.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, or something similar. MBA is a bonus.
- 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally within a startup.
- Strong project management skills and experience using planning tools.
- Excellent communicator who can engage with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex information and make smart decisions.
- Self-starter who’s comfortable working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work strategically and collaboratively across departments.
- Travel of up to 15%.
