Chief of Staff - New York City

Perficient•New York, NY

1d•$180,000 - $210,000

About The Position

The Chief of Staff is a high‑visibility, high‑impact strategic partner to the CEO, responsible for driving execution, operational excellence, and strategic alignment across the organization. This individual supports executive decision‑making, leads cross‑functional initiatives, and serves as an extension of the CEO in both internal and client‑facing environments. This role requires exceptional intellectual horsepower, executive presence, and the ability to influence at all levels. The Chief of Staff anticipates challenges before they arise, brings structure and clarity to complex strategic problems, and ensures the CEO’s vision is translated into action across the enterprise. Frequent travel (~50%) is required to participate in executive meetings, client engagements, and accompany the CEO for conferences, speaking opportunities, and key external events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or IT and MBA required.
Qualified applicants must reside in New York Metropolitan area.
10+ years’ experience and experience at a top-tier consulting firm.
Proficient in leveraging AI technologies to drive innovation, support strategic initiatives, and drive data-driven decision making.
Possesses a strong understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and ethical considerations.
Demonstrated experience in strategic problem‑solving, executive communication, and cross‑functional project leadership.
Outstanding professional presence, emotional intelligence, and sound business judgment.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities and high expectations.
Willingness and ability to travel 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

Executive Partnership & Strategic Impact Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the CEO, participating in high‑level meetings, preparing insights, and offering alternative perspectives to guide decision‑making.
Act as an extension of the CEO—representing them in meetings, managing communications, and ensuring seamless alignment across internal and external stakeholders.
Structure, operationalize, and drive execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring milestones, owners, and outcomes are clear and achieved.
Operational Leadership Build and run the daily operations of the Office of the CEO to maximize efficiency, prioritization, and organizational alignment.
Lead the planning, cadence, and execution of executive leadership meetings and offsites, including development of CEO-level presentations and company-wide messaging.
Partner closely with the CEO’s Executive Assistant to triage, prioritize, and manage the CEO’s time based on strategic importance and organizational needs.
Cross Functional‑ Influence & Project Management Lead complex, cross-functional projects that require coordination across multiple stakeholders and business units.
Identify and remove organizational blockers; proactively address risks, gaps, or challenges that may impede progress on key objectives.
Promote alignment, communication, and collaboration across teams to ensure execution and shared accountability.
External Engagement & Relationship Management Attend client meetings, executive engagements, and major events alongside the CEO, requiring significant travel (~50%).
Build and manage relationships with key clients, partners, investors, and strategic external stakeholders.
Develop structured processes to track, nurture, and deepen these high‑value relationships.