VP Corporate Development (Chief of Staff)

Joko

At Joko, we help consumers shop smarter. Our mission is to revolutionize shopping, empowering people to find what they need, make informed decisions, and save money. Founded in Paris, Joko is a tech company and certified B Corp with over 105 talents across Paris, Barcelona, and New York (and beyond). More than 6 million users already save money every day at 10,000+ merchants with Joko. From cashback and automatic coupons to price alerts and carbon tracking, we keep expanding our products to make shopping smarter. We’re now building an AI-powered shopping assistant to help users find the best products by price, quality, and environmental impact. Having reached profitability in our core market, we’re now scaling globally, with a strong focus on the US. It’s still day 1, come build the future of shopping with us! This position is based in Paris. 🔥 THE CEO OFFICE The CEO Office is a hands-on team of high-potential generalists who lead Joko's strategic projects and, when needed, step in to reinforce teams on short to medium deployments. You'll take over a team of five Founder Associates, with room to grow as the company scales. As the leader of that team, your job is to build a team people are proud to be part of, where every Founder Associate grows quickly and contributes meaningfully to Joko’s most important priorities. 🎯 WHAT YOU WILL DO You'll be the CEO's strategic partner at a specific, rare moment in a company's life: a profitable scale-up entering its international chapter, expanding new business lines, doubling in headcount over the next 18 months, and investing heavily in AI — with a mature leadership team, a culture worth protecting, and a team that demands excellence. You'll report directly to Xavier (CEO), partner closely with co-founders Nicolas (CRO) and Alexandre (CTO), and serve as secretary of the Steering Committee, which is composed of the founders, the CMO, the COO, the VP People, and the Head of Online — putting you at the heart of every strategic decision the company makes. The Chief of Staff role is built around the CEO, and the CEO Office is in turn built around the Chief of Staff — together, the team exists to act as an extension of the CEO. The mandate is fourfold today, and you'll be the architect of all four pillars (as well as the future ones). 1. Governance. Your team and you will own the rhythm and quality of how Joko is run at the top — board meetings, executive team meetings, All Hands, and the communication cadence that ties them together. You'll play a central role as animator and alignment driver for the leadership team. 2. Proactive projects. Your team and you will lead the company-wide initiatives that matter most to the CEO and to Joko's next chapter — the kind of cross-functional, high-stakes work that doesn't naturally fit any single team. 3. Reactive missions. When a team needs short-term reinforcement, you'll deploy Founder Associates as a strike force, helping us address critical gaps without hiring in a rush. This will represent a decreasing share of the team's activity as the organization grows. 4. Culture. Like every member of the SteerCo — and like the CEO — you'll be expected to embody Joko's culture and lead by example. A word from Xavier "This is one of the most consequential hires I'll make this year. I'm looking for a real partner — someone with the rigor to challenge my thinking, the architectural mind to build durable systems, and the warmth to carry our culture as we scale. The Chief of Staff is, in many ways, an extension of me, and the right person will shape Joko's next chapter alongside Alex, Nico, and me." — Xavier Starkloff, CEO 👀 WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR * 10+ years of experience, combining Tier 1 strategy consulting (BCG, McKinsey, Bain, or equivalent) with operating experience in a high-growth tech startup or scale-up. * Direct and substantive management experience, with a proven ability to hire and retain great talent. * Architectural thinking: You're as comfortable designing a multi-quarter operating model as you are fixing a broken process. You think in systems, not tasks. * Analytical rigor: Structured thinking, attention to detail, comfort with numbers, ability to write a board memo that holds up under CEO and investor scrutiny. * Emotional intelligence and stakeholder management: This role lives at the intersection of the CEO, the SteerCo, the Founder Associates, and every team in the company. You read people well, you build trust quickly across very different stakeholders, and you handle sensitive conversations with care. * Energy: You bring genuine drive and presence into a room. You'll be one of the cultural carriers of the company and a representative of the CEO. * AI fluency: You already use AI tools fluently in your own work, you have a point of view on how they reshape how teams operate, and you're excited to help Joko go further — the CEO Office is expected to lead by example on this front. * Efficiency: You're fluent in productivity tools, ruthless about prioritization, and known for delivering on time across complex projects with many stakeholders. You instinctively look for the highest-leverage version of any task. * Entrepreneurial mindset: You thrive in fast-moving, ambiguous environments. You take ownership without being asked, you welcome feedback, you're an insatiable learner, and you go the extra mile by default. * Languages: Fluency in English. * Location: Paris-based. Bonus: M&A, corporate development, and/or corporate finance exposure. 💎 OUR PERKS (Some of the benefits listed below are available to full-time positions only) At Joko, we believe that flexibility and trust are essential. Our work environment reflects this through: * Flexible remote : If you live in Paris, you can choose to work from our office or from home with no constraints. If you live elsewhere, we can provide access to a coworking space and a coworking budget. * Work from anywhere : Want to spend a month in Italy while working? You can work from most countries in the world for up to 3 months per year. On top of that, we offer plenty of perks: * 💸 Top-market compensation * 📈 Equity for everyone with the chance to own a piece of what you build * 🤖 Half-day each week dedicated to leveling up with AI by exploring new tools, iterating hard, and sharpening your skills * 🌴 Yearly offsite in amazing locations and budget for team-building events & monthly in-person gatherings * 💪 Contribution to your ClassPass subscription * 🍼 8-week leave paid 100% for the second parent * …and much more, check the full list here! 🤝 OUR HIRING PROCESS 1. Intro call: Quick screening with the Hiring Manager or the Talent team. 2. Step 1 – Team interview (45 min): Conversation with two Joko team members (could include the Hiring Manager, people from the team you’d join, or colleagues from other teams). 3. Step 2 – Role-specific assessments * For non-engineering roles: A take-home case study followed by a 45-min interview. We assess both your output and how you think in real time. The exercise will be relevant to your role (e.g. analysis, strategy, or process design). * For engineering roles: A 90-min live technical interview on CoderPad covering code understanding, review, system design, and product thinking (with AI serving as a collaboration tool). 4. Step 3 – Leadership interview (45 min): Conversation with a SteerCo member and a Founder. 5. References: Up to 3 calls with former colleagues or managers. ☕ You may also be invited for coffee with team members to get a feel for our culture.

Trustpilot

At Trustpilot, we're on an incredible journey. We're a profitable, high-growth FTSE-250 company with a big vision: to become the universal symbol of trust. We run the world's largest open customer review platform, and while we've come a long way, there's still so much exciting work to do. Come join us at the heart of trust!   At Trustpilot, trust is at the center of everything we do. As a global platform operating at the intersection of consumers, businesses, technology, and transparency, the way we communicate matters deeply. Every story we tell, every issue we navigate, and every narrative we shape contribute to how millions of people perceive Trustpilot around the world.  We’re now looking for a VP of Communications to define and lead Trustpilot’s global communications strategy during a pivotal stage of growth and transformation. This is an opportunity to shape the reputation of a publicly listed technology company operating in one of the most scrutinised and fast-moving digital spaces. Reporting to the Chief Customer Officer, you’ll lead Trustpilot’s global communications function across Corporate, Consumer and B2B communications, with primary accountability for reputation management and brand building, focused on elevating our brand perception, strengthening our voice in the market, and ensuring we remain a trusted authority in transparency, integrity, and consumer advocacy. This is a high impact leadership role operating at the intersection of corporate reputation, media strategy, crisis management, and communication innovation. From navigating complex reputational challenges and driving integrated global campaigns, to modernising the communications function through AI and emerging technologies - this role is about building long-term trust and commercial impact at scale.  If you’re a strategic communications leader with deep public company experience, strong judgment, and a passion for sharing global narratives in a fast-moving tech environment, this role is for you.  What you’ll be doing * Lead Trustpilot’s global communications strategy: Shape and execute a communications strategy that strengthens Trustpilot’s reputation and positions us as a leader in trust, transparency, and consumer advocacy.  * Drive perception through storytelling: Lead impactful campaigns and thought leadership initiatives across earned and owned channels to elevate Trustpilot’s global profile. * Operate in a high-scrutiny public company environment: Advise senior leadership on corporate reputation, external positioning, and communications risk within a UK-listed business. * Lead crisis and issues management: Own Trustpilot’s crisis communications framework and manage complex reputational issues with clarity and confidence. * Drive integrated Consumer and B2B brand building and communications: Own the global brand building strategy, driving integrated campaigns that increase consumer brand awareness while strengthening Trustpilot’s value proposition for businesses. * Modernise through AI and technology: Champion the use of AI and emerging technologies to improve insight, efficiency, and communications effectiveness. * Build and lead a high-performing team: Develop a global communications organisation focused on high performance, collaboration, and continuous learning. * Partner cross-functionally: Work closely with teams across Marketing, Product, Legal, Investor Relations, Public Affairs, Customer, and People to align communications with business priorities. * Manage external agencies and budgets: Oversee global agency relationships and manage the communications budget with a focus on impact and efficiency. Who you are * An experienced communications leader: You have significant experience leading global communications within a UK-listed or US-listed business. * A strong storyteller and reputation builder: You know how to shape compelling narratives that strengthen brand perception at scale. * Experienced across Corporate, Consumer, and B2B communications: You’ve led integrated communications strategies across multiple audiences and markets. * A trusted crisis leader: You bring sound judgment and resilience when navigating high-pressure reputational challenges. * AI-curious and future-focused: You’re excited by how AI and technology can modernise communications and improve impact. * Experienced both agency-side and in-house: You bring a balanced perspective across strategy, storytelling, and execution. * A builder of high-performing teams: You create clarity, accountability, and strong team cultures. * Commercially minded and pragmatic: You know how to drive measurable results with focused investment and prioritisation. * An exceptional communicator and influencer: You build trusted relationships and influence confidently at all levels of an organisation. * Resilient and action-oriented: You stay calm under pressure and combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. What’s in it for you * A range of flexible working options to dedicate time to what matters to you * Competitive compensation package + bonus * Restricted Stock Units * Private Medical Insurance * Critical Illness Cover * 25 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days after 2 years of employment  * Two (paid) volunteering days a year to spend your time giving back to the causes that matter to you and your community * Rich learning and development opportunities are supported through the Trustpilot Academy and Blinkist * Pension and life insurance * Health cash plan, online GP, 24/7, Employee Assistance Plan * Full access to Headspace, a popular mindfulness app to promote positive mental health * Paid parental leave * Season ticket loan and a cycle-to-work scheme * Central office location complete with table tennis, a gaming corner, coffee bars and all the snacks and refreshments you can ask for * Regular opportunities to connect and get to know your fellow Trusties, including company-wide celebrations and events, ERG activities, and team socials. * Access to over 4,000 deals and discounts on things like travel, electronics, fashion, fitness, cinema discounts, and more. * Independent financial advice and free standard professional mortgage broker advice * Talent acceleration programs: Fast-track your career with our tailored development programs designed to support growth at whatever stage of your career * Tailored leadership development program consisting of workshops, coaching opportunities, and structured feedback mechanisms to enable world-class leadership  Still not sure? We want to be a part of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive world of work for all. We’re excited to hear about your experiences as well as how you will contribute to our working culture. So, even if you don’t feel you don't meet all the requirements, we'd still really like to hear from you! #LI-SK1   About us Trustpilot began in 2007 with a simple yet powerful idea that is more relevant today than ever — to be the universal symbol of trust, bringing consumers and businesses together through reviews. Trustpilot is open, independent, and impartial — we help consumers make the right choices and businesses to build trust, grow and improve. Today, we have more than 350 million reviews and 60 million monthly active users across the globe, with 149 billion annual Trustpilot brand impressions, and the numbers keep growing. We have more than 1000 employees and we’re headquartered in Copenhagen, with operations in  Amsterdam, Denver, Edinburgh, Hamburg, London, Melbourne, Milan and New York.  We’re driven by connection. It’s at the heart of what we do. Our culture keeps things fresh –– it’s built on the relationships we create. We talk, we laugh, we collaborate and we respect each other. We work across borders and cultures to be the universal symbol of trust in an ever-changing world. With vibrant office locations worldwide and over 50 nationalities, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace with diverse perspectives and ideas.  Our purpose to help people and businesses help each other is a tall order, but we keep it real. We’re a great bunch of humans, doing awesome stuff, without fuss or pretense. A successful Trustpilot future is driven by you –– we give you the autonomy to shape a career you can be proud of. If you’re ready to grow, let’s go. Join us at the heart of trust. Trustpilot is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive and where different viewpoints and experiences are valued and respected. Trustpilot will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability, age, parental or veteran status. Together, we are the heart of trust. Trustpilot is a global company and our data practices are designed to ensure that your personally identifiable information is appropriately protected. Please note that your personal information will be transferred, accessed, and stored globally as necessary for the uses and disclosures stated in our Privacy Policy. If you have a disability and would like to discuss any adjustments you might need either in submitting your application, or to the recruitment process more generally, please let us know by contacting our Talent Acquisition Team (talent.acquisition@trustpilot.com) quoting the role you wish to apply for.

H

ABOUT H H exists to push the boundaries of superintelligence with agentic AI. By automating complex, multi-step tasks typically performed by humans, AI agents will help unlock full human potential. You will be the central point of our events strategy: from event selection through to post-event follow-up, you will manage the entire cycle with a content-first approach and a strong network within the tech and media ecosystem. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for an exceptional Chief Financial Officer to help scale H into a category-defining global AI company. As CFO, you will work closely with the CEO, leadership team, and investors to shape the company’s financial strategy, operational rigor, and long-term growth trajectory. You will build the finance organization from the ground up while acting as a strategic partner across fundraising, international expansion, enterprise operations, infrastructure investment, and corporate development. This role requires someone who combines strong financial leadership with operational intensity, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, high-ambiguity environment. RESPONSIBILITIES * Own H’s global financial strategy, planning, and operations * Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and long-range planning * Build scalable financial systems, controls, and operational processes * Partner with leadership on strategic decision-making, growth initiatives, and resource allocation * Drive investor relations, board reporting, and future fundraising activities * Lead treasury management, cash planning, and infrastructure investment strategy * Support international expansion and legal/entity structuring across multiple geographies * Oversee accounting, tax, compliance, audit, procurement, and financial operations * Build and lead a high-performing finance and business operations organization * Partner closely with engineering, product, and go-to-market teams to align financial strategy with company priorities * Help shape H’s long-term strategy as we scale enterprise AI deployment globally REQUIREMENTS * Significant experience as a CFO, VP Finance, or senior finance leader in a high-growth technology company * Experience scaling organizations through hypergrowth, fundraising, and international expansion * Strong understanding of SaaS, AI infrastructure, enterprise software, or deep tech business models * Proven ability to operate strategically while remaining highly hands-on * Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills * Experience managing complex investor and board relationships * Strong operational mindset with a focus on execution and scalability * Ability to thrive in fast-moving environments with evolving priorities * High integrity, sound judgment, and strong ownership mentality LOCATION: * Paris What We Offer: * Join the exciting journey of shaping the future of AI, and be part of the early days of one of the hottest AI startups. * Collaborate with a fun, dynamic, and multicultural team, working alongside world-class AI talent in a highly collaborative environment. * Enjoy a competitive salary + equity. * Unlock opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and career development. If you want to change the status quo in AI, join us.