Chief of Staff to CEO

Shift4
Summary
Join Shift4, a leader in commerce-enabling technology, as their Chief of Staff and support the CEO in seamless communication, initiative tracking, and cross-functional coordination. This role demands strong project management, clear communication, and thriving in fast-paced settings. You will act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and streamlined operations. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or executive support roles, and is highly organized and detail-oriented. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with the CEO, drive operational efficiency, and grow within a dynamic, high-growth environment. Competitive compensation and benefits are included.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or executive support roles
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across teams and leadership levels
- Strong follow-through—able to track initiatives and ensure execution
- Proactive problem solver—anticipates needs, removes roadblocks, and takes ownership
Responsibilities
- Manage priorities, track key deliverables, and ensure the CEO’s time is optimized
- Track outcomes from leadership and board meetings — support agenda prep, document action items, and ensure follow-ups happen
- Facilitate communication between the CEO and various teams, ensuring alignment and execution of priorities
- Track ongoing initiatives, drive accountability, and make sure key projects stay on schedule
- Draft internal communications, summaries, and executive updates for the CEO
- Support key business processes, including executive planning, special projects, and operational reviews
- Assist with high-priority initiatives requiring cross-team coordination and fast execution
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in high-growth environments, ideally in fintech, payments, or technology, is a plus
Benefits
- Work directly with the CEO and gain exposure to executive decision-making
- Opportunity to drive alignment and operational efficiency in a dynamic, high-growth environment
- A fast-moving, entrepreneurial culture with opportunities for career development
- Competitive compensation and benefits