Chief of Staff to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Chicago, IL Area (Hybrid)
The Company is seeking a Chief of Staff to the CEO to serve as an editorial and strategic partner, shaping executive communications and maintaining a consistent organizational narrative. Responsibilities include reviewing high-stakes materials, developing the CEO’s thought leadership, and partnering with senior leaders on announcements and cross-functional priorities. The role also triages requests for the executive office, manages sensitive communications projects, and uses AI tools to improve content development and information workflows. The successful candidate will help translate complex ideas into clear, compelling communications across audiences and formats. Candidates should have at least seven years of experience in communications, product marketing, brand strategy, corporate communications, or a Chief of Staff role, ideally in a fast-growing B2B environment. Exceptional writing and editing skills, sound judgment, discretion, and fluency with modern AI tools are required, along with strong presentation and content development capabilities. A bachelor’s degree and hands-on experience in logistics, supply chain, freight, or transportation technology are required. Experience in technical B2B software, journalism, executive communications, product launches, and navigating ambiguity is preferred.
Functions:
- General Management
- Strategy
- Operations
Compensation
USD $180,000-$200,000 (salary) per year
About the Company
Ambitious provider of a real-time logistics & supply chain visibility solutions
Industry
Computer Software
Type
Privately Held, VC-backed
Age
employees
501-1000
Funding
>$200m