Role Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated, strategic, and commercially astute Chief of Staff to support our Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and the broader technology leadership team. This is a pivotal role that blends strategic planning, operational excellence, and executive advisory to enable the CTO to focus on high-impact priorities. As a trusted partner, you will drive alignment across the technology function, ensure effective governance, and represent the CTO in key internal and external engagements. You'll bring a strong understanding of technology, business drivers, and market trends, and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, complex environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large technology and digital team and organisation where Technology is at the very core of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Execution- Partner with the CTO to define, prioritise, and communicate the technology strategy and roadmap.- Translate strategic goals into actionable initiatives with clear timelines, owners, and success metrics.- Deliver high-quality insights and recommendations to support decision-making at the executive level.
Operational Leadership- Lead the operating rhythm of the CTO function, including leadership meetings, quarterly planning, and performance reviews.- Oversee internal workflows and ensure alignment across engineering, product, data, and design teams.- Drive governance processes in collaboration with Finance, Risk, and other key stakeholders.
Executive Support & Representation- Prepare high-quality presentations, briefing materials, and board-level documentation.- Represent the CTO in internal and external meetings, ensuring alignment and follow-through on decisions.- Provide a "temperature check" across the organisation, offering insight into areas requiring attention.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Act as a bridge between the CTO and other business units, ensuring clarity on priorities and dependencies.- Support budget planning, vendor management, and resource allocation in partnership with Finance and People teams.
External Engagement & Thought Leadership- Shape and amplify the CTO's external presence through speaking engagements, media, and thought leadership content.- Draft speeches, blogs, and articles that reflect the CTO's vision and the company's strategic direction.- Monitor emerging technologies and market trends to inform internal strategy.
Culture & Communications- Collaborate with internal communications, HR, and leadership to drive a cohesive culture and engagement plan.- Ensure internal communications are transparent, aligned, and inspiring across the technology organisation.
Key Deliverables-
Strategic board papers and functional strategy documents.-
High-quality briefing packs and executive communications.- Governance and budget oversight documentation.- Project plans and delivery of key CTO-led initiatives.
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience in technology, strategy, operations, or executive communications.- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business drivers.
Proven ability to influence at senior levels and manage complex stakeholder relationships.- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams).
Experience with digital collaboration tools and agile ways of working.- Ability to work with integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
Key Interfaces- CTO and Technology Leadership Team
Executive Assistants and Business Managers- Finance, People, and Communications Teams- External partners, vendors, and industry peers
What Success Looks Like
The CTO is enabled to focus on strategic priorities with confidence in operational execution.
The technology organisation operates with clarity, alignment, and efficiency.
The CTO's external visibility and influence are elevated through impactful engagements.
The Chief of Staff is a trusted advisor, internal operator, and external amplifier of the CTO's vision.
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Salary description
£100000.00 - £130000.00 per year