Chief of Staff

Description

• Where appropriate, help implement and track KPIs and business performance, preparing dashboards and executive summaries for leadership to determine status of projects.
• Perform ad hoc research, financial analyses and general business analyses to inform executive decision-making.
• Support recruiting and onboarding of senior hires.
• Serve as project manager for cross-functional initiatives, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Act as a sounding board and proxy for the Executive team in internal discussions and external engagements when needed.
• Partner with HR on leadership development, team engagement, and organizational structure.
• Lead and provide oversight of the employee shareholder program
• Support and/or lead financial modeling on key initiatives including ROI, payback period, and other measurable success metrics.
• Drive accountability, help with staffing strategic projects, and ensure that key initiatives are adequately managed.
• Drive communication and follow-up on key decisions, initiatives, and metrics.
• Identify bottlenecks, recommend solutions, and optimize workflows across the firm.
• Manage executive-level meetings: set agendas, facilitate discussions, ensure action items are captured and executed on with clear owners.
• Partner with the Executive team (primarily the CEO, COO, and CFO) to define, track, and execute firm-wide strategic priorities.
• Help foster a high-performance, client-centric culture aligned with McLarens’ values.
• Ensure alignment across departments (finance, technology, operations, etc.) and key strategic initiatives.
• Lead and/or support key strategic initiatives, such as business line expansions, changes to organizational structure, and margin improvement.

Requirements

• This position primarily involves sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings.
• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and integrity.
• May require occasional travel for company events or external meetings.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in strategy, operations, investment banking, consulting or private equity roles (insurance services or professional services industry experience preferred but not required).
• Must be able to read and analyze data on screens and printed materials.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Occasional walking, standing, and light lifting (up to 10 lbs) for office materials or during travel.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15% of the time.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; able to adapt across audiences.
• Strong financial and analytical acumen, with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Requires clear verbal and written communication in person, via phone, and through digital platforms.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule with some travel required (up to 15%).
• Standard office environment.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance