Job Description

Overview

The Chief of Staff will work directly with the Founding General Partner in a fast-paced, execution-heavy role designed for a high-capacity, analytically strong operator who can bring structure, output, and momentum to a dynamic portfolio of responsibilities. This is a full-time, in-person role based in Cambridge, MA with travel required. This is not a strategy architect or firm-wide thought partner positionit is a roll-up-your-sleeves role for someone who thrives on producing results.

Key Responsibilities

• Execution and Output: Translate conversations and meetings into polished, executive-ready materialsincluding decks, memos, proposals, research briefs, and models


• Draft investment memos, company overviews, pitch decks, and strategic documents with minimal supervision


• Conduct research on specific topics (e.g., competitive landscapes, new markets, policy implications) to support both firm-wide and incubated startup decisions


• Build financial models or investment summaries as needed to support diligence or communication with external stakeholders


• Prepare pre-read materials and follow-up documentation for board meetings, investor pitches, speaking engagements, and media opportunities

Executive Operations

• Anticipate and protect the Principals time by managing competing inputs and surfacing priorities


• Enable speed and continuity across the Principals portfoliocapture context from meetings, convert verbal direction into tangible work products, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks


• Serve as connective tissue across portfolio companies and external partners, ensuring alignment with the Principals intent and momentum behind key initiatives


• Remove friction by owning follow-through, coordinating across parties, and simplifying complex processes so the Principal can stay forward-facing


• Navigate ambiguity and operate with high judgmentescalating when needed and acting independently when possible

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chief of Staff or in a similarly demanding execution rolesomeone who understands the service model of the role and has demonstrated the ability to quickly learn a leaders preferences, anticipate needs, and produce high-quality outputs without handholding


• 510 years of relevant experience across consulting, operating, or investment roles where producing executive-grade work was a core part of the function


• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality outputs independently and at speed particularly decks, memos, and models


• Strong analytical skills and research capabilities; able to frame questions, gather data, and synthesize insights quickly


• Exceptional communication and writing ability; comfortable drafting content for high-profile external audiences


• High attention to detail; strong formatting, presentation, and organizational habits


• Resilient and adaptable; thrives in dynamic environments with frequent pivots and urgent needs


• Intellectually curious and quick to learn across new industries, topics, or strategic areas


• Operates with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism

Preferred Attributes

• Prior exposure to VC, founder-led organizations, or policy environments a plus

Compensation & Logistics

• Base Salary: $200,000-$250,000 per year, with flexibility depending on experience


• Bonus: Target of 20%, with flexibility for exceptional candidates


• Location: Based in Cambridge, MA with daily in-person work required


• Travel: Frequent, including support for events, investor meetings, and portfolio engagements


• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and professional development support

What to Expect from Our Selection Process

Seeking a seasoned operator to manage critical business functions, align leadership initiatives, and execute high-impact strategy as well as day-to-day priorities. The process includes:

• Vannin Chief of Staff Screening: 15 minute phone interview & 30 minute video interview


• Client Interview 1: Initial screen with team leader


• Client Interview 2: Take-home project


• Client Interview 3: 30-minute Zoom with Principal


• Client Interview 4: In-person session with Principal


• Potential final follow-up

Our client is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can thrive and be themselves. We welcome all persons into our community. We embrace the diversity of gender, gender identity or expression, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical and mental disabilities, medical condition, genetic characteristic, sexual orientation, marital status, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, or perceived membership in any of these groups.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• General Business

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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