Chief of Staff

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO to shape, lead, and execute strategic initiatives and special projects
• Serve as a trusted advisor and sounding board to the CEO and senior leaders
• Act as an "air traffic controller" for the leadership team by synthesizing information and maintaining a holistic view of priorities
• Facilitate executive road-mapping, business planning, and prioritization sessions
• Coordinate and support key business management processes including budgeting, resourcing, and performance management
• Drive cross-functional alignment and ensure follow-through on high-impact initiatives

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional experience, ideally in management consulting or private equity
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stream projects from concept through execution
• Highly analytical with strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to drive change and operate in ambiguity
• Based in New York City and willing to travel frequently (domestic and international)
• Intellectual curiosity regarding AI technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Chief of Staff

About the Company

Diligent is the AI leader in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) SaaS solutions, helping more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members to clarify risk and elevate governance.