Chief of Staff to the CEO

Aeris Communications•Chicago, IL

9d•$240,000 - $280,000•Onsite

About The Position

For more than three decades, Aeris has been a trusted cellular IoT leader enabling the biggest IoT programs and opportunities across Automotive, Utilities and Energy, Fleet Management and Logistics, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing. Our IoT technology expertise serves a global ecosystem of 7,000 enterprise customers and 30 mobile network operator partners, and 90 million IoT devices across the world. Aeris powers today’s connected smart world with innovative technologies and borderless connectivity that simplify management, enhance security, optimize performance, and drive growth. We are looking for a Chief of Staff to work closely with the entire leadership team globally to lead the next stage of growth. The COS requires a highly organized, strategic and resourceful leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. As a force multiplier and key advisor, this role ensures the smooth operation of the executive office by prioritizing tasks, overseeing project execution, and leading communications on behalf of the executive office across the organization. This role will play a key role in driving the CEO’s priorities, optimizing his time, and ensuring seamless execution of strategic initiatives. The COS supports the executive office in analyzing data, and providing insights to inform decision-making, particularly as it relates to overall strategic planning. This role not only tracks progress of strategic initiatives and key performance indicators of others but will also be called upon to lead specific programs or projects at the executive level.

Requirements

8+ years of experience with a fast-growing tech organization and/or top-tier strategy/management consulting
Strong analytical, research and problem solving-skills
Deep project management and organizational skills, with experience managing a significant number of active workstreams or projects simultaneously
Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including development of presentations and keynotes
Appreciation for In-office culture
Demonstrated experience leading and managing a small team within the executive office, delegating tasks, and fostering collaboration
Master’s degree or equivalent education plus experience in business administration

Responsibilities

Own and drive the operating rhythm of the business—coordinating bi-weekly leadership syncs, monthly reviews, quarterly planning, board meeting preparations, and executive-level communications
Drive cross-functional alignment across departments (Marketing, HR, Product, Finance) to ensure clarity of objectives, timely information flow, and accountability for company-wide initiatives
Act as project manager and right hand to the CEO in coordinating internal and external engagements with key stakeholders
Support and manage high-priority strategic initiatives, including the design and execution of the company’s Generative AI program in partnership with technical leadership
Work in close collaboration with executive leadership to assess new business opportunities and make recommendations based on competitive, market, and internal data
Facilitate strategic planning cycles, including development of multi-year strategic roadmaps, financial models, and enterprise scorecards to track progress against key company goals
Design and implement operational governance models and tools that enhance leadership decision-making and business execution
Translate the CEO’s vision and priorities into actionable plans and programs and ensure continuous follow-through and reporting on progress