Junior Chief of Staff

About This Role

The Junior Chief of Staff will provide strategic support to a top C-suite executive at a premier real estate and economic development consulting firm. This role involves tracking priorities, managing communications, and improving workflows to ensure clarity and efficiency across firmwide initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the CEO to track priorities, commitments, and daily operations
• Partner with the CEO’s Executive Assistant to keep calendars and communications running smoothly
• Support firmwide initiatives and executive leadership team by monitoring progress, flagging issues, and preparing decision-ready materials
• Draft and organize communications, including presentations, updates, correspondence, and thought leadership
• Prepare internal and external meetings, shaping agendas, assembling materials, and tracking outcomes
• Assist with business development by researching opportunities and managing follow-up
• Improve systems and workflows over time, testing new tools and AI solutions
• Contribute to special projects, including internal initiatives, research, and client-facing work

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience supporting C-suite and/or top leadership
• Experience in supporting executive leadership team, preparing communications and/or Board materials

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience supporting C-suite and/or top leadership in a strategic, right-hand role

Nice to Have

• Systems-minded and able to design processes
• Empathetic, service-oriented, and trusted by stakeholders
• Strong communicator, adaptable in writing and speaking across audiences
• Curious, resilient, and motivated by continuous learning and feedback
• Comfortable using productivity, project management, and presentation tools, including AI-enabled workflows

Skills

* Required skills