Chief of Staff, Special Projects

Hawk

About Us  Hawk is the leading provider of AI-supported anti-money laundering and fraud detection technology. Banks and payment providers globally are using Hawk’s powerful combination of traditional rules and explainable AI to improve the effectiveness of their AML compliance and fraud prevention by identifying more crime while maximizing efficiency by reducing false positives. With our solution, we are playing a vital role in the global fight against Money Laundering, Fraud, or the financing of terrorism. We offer a culture of mutual trust, support and passion – while providing individuals with opportunities to grow professionally and make a difference in the world.  Your Mission As Chief of Staff to the CEO, your mission is to multiply the CEO’s impact across everything that matters most to Hawk. You will run the operating rhythm that keeps the executive team aligned and moving, lead strategic initiatives from definition through to delivery, and make sure that the CEO’s priorities translate into the company’s actions. This is a role for someone who thrives on ambiguity, knows how to bring order to chaos without losing speed, and wants to be at the center of building a category-defining company in the fight against financial crime. You’ll do all of this as an AI-native operator – treating AI as the default first move, building agents and workflows, automating anything that can be automated. Key Responsibilities * Own the executive rhythm: design and run the cadence of leadership meetings, strategic reviews that keep the exec team coordinated and decisions moving * Lead special projects directly with the CEO. Taking a priority from a rough idea to a structured plan to measurable outcomes, often across multiple functions and without a dedicated team underneath you * Track and drive OKRS and CEO strategic priorities, resolve blockers before they become problems. Ensure impactful communication of strategy & progress * Prepare high-quality materials for decision making – synthesizing complex information into clear narratives that drive the right conversations * Serve as a trusted thought partner to the CEO & leadership. Pressure-testing ideas, flagging blind spots, and occasionally being the person in the room willing to say what others won’t * Work closely with the full executive team – not as a coordinator, but as a peer who can hold a thread across finance, product, engineering, sales, and operations and know when something needs escalating * Orchestrate the CEO's external advisor bench – bankers, consultants, board advisors, communications partners, and topic experts. Scope the work, brief them, hold them to deliverables, integrate their output back into the company * Proactively hunt for gaps, friction, and emerging problems across the company - in execution, the operating model, team performance, or external dependencies - and don't just surface them. Take ownership, and drive the fix yourself Your Profile * 5+ years of experience in a top strategy consulting firm, ideally in technology transformation or financial services * 3+ years of experience in a high-growth startup post Series B – as an operator, Chief of Staff or founder. You’ve seen a company scale, and you know what breaks when it does * You're comfortable being handed a vague but important problem and turning it into a plan you execute. Ambiguity doesn't paralyze you – it's where you do your best work * You have a sharp eye for what's broken or about to break, and you don't wait to be asked. You go and find the problems no one is owning yet, and then you fix them - rolling up your sleeves rather than writing a memo about who should * Exceptional written and verbal communicator. You can write a crisp exec briefing, run a tight leadership meeting, and adapt your style from the board to the engineering team without losing the thread * You know how to move things forward without direct authority. You influence through clarity, relationships, and follow-through – not hierarchy * AI is the operating system of how you work, not a tool you reach for occasionally. You use it across research, drafting, analysis, and decision support every day, and you're fluent enough to design prompts, build agents, and chain tools together to solve real problems * Genuinely curious about what AI means for financial services, compliance, and the future of companies like Hawk. You don’t need to be an engineer, but you want to be close to where the industry is going

AnyVan

Got Drive? Join AnyVan as we make moving anything, anywhere miles better and build a career that moves just as fast. Back in 2009, our CEO Angus saw half-empty vans everywhere and knew there had to be a better way! That's how AnyVan began. He set out to create the world's most efficient logistics technology and help halve the number of wasted miles by filling those empty vans. Since then we've become the nation's favourite way to move, with over 150k five-star reviews and 5 million customers in the UK and Europe. Our team of 400 AnyVanners across London, Cape Town and Bogota is proving that moving doesn't have to cost the earth by helping save 8,520 tonnes of Carbon each year. We are looking for a Growth Lead to own and execute the projects that matter most to our global expansion. You won’t be boxed into a specific geography, a single channel, or a swim lane. Instead, you operate as a fixer: you will deploy wherever the highest-leverage growth opportunities are, and work in tandem with marketing, product, pricing, sales, and operations to make sure they are successful. Reporting directly to the CMO, you will be the driving force behind our most critical initiatives. We aren't looking for coordinators to manage agencies, build alignment decks, or pass tickets down a line. We need a commercial full-stack operator who brings raw analytical depth, a fierce bias for action, and zero fear of ambiguity. This is the ultimate blend of high-level commercial strategy and directly driving the plot forwards. The Core of The Role: * Own the Outcome: You are entirely accountable for your project. If a hurdle pops up outside of marketing, you don't need to wait for a roadmap, you can dive in and fix it. * Seek the Paths that Scale: This is all about doing the chunky things that have material impact on the business, and you’ll need to help identify the big wins from the small ones. * Commercial Focus: It’s not a role built on vanity metrics, you’ll be moving revenue, conversion rates, CAC, and efficiency. * Using AI vs talking about it: There’s those talking some good talk, but this is about working with our engineers to legitimately productionise new ways of working that drive value for our customers, not using it to write presentations. What you'll be doing: * Driving critical initiatives: Own high-stake growth projects from diagnosis to cross-functional playbook, examples could be getting our next market ready for launch, working on a loyalty program, or deciding how we can improve our product for SMEs - it will be a constant rotation of exciting growth areas. * Creating leverage across teams: This is not about following a pre-defined product roadmap and supporting it with go-to-market, instead you’ll be directly adding to it and defining it, and also working across sales and ops to ensure it’s delivered. * Interrogating the data: We have data science in the team, but you’ll need to be comfortable pulling and analysing your own numbers directly to spot opportunities, and measure progress. * Moving at pace and taking intelligent risks: Data will often be imperfect, and the fastest way to learn is to do it for real, as long as there’s a solid thought process in place. Skills and Experience You'll need: * High agency: Background in startups, scaleups, BizOps, or Chief of Staff roles. You can be handed a vague brief and execute it flawlessly. * Commercial fluency: You talk in revenue, contribution margi, and conversion. You get into the raw data yourself to find the truth. * A full-stack toolkit: Varied career path preferred. You are not a single-channel specialist; you can move between product, ops, and marketing. * Bias for action: You love shipping fast and get frustrated by red tape and corporate bureaucracy. You'd rather ask for forgiveness than permission. * Act like a founder: Self-motivated, comfortable with pressure, and ready to roll up your sleeves to get things done, vs a ‘but that’s not my job’ vibe. * Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role at this time. What We Offer: 💰 Competitive Salary - Highly competitive salaries 🌴 Generous Time Off - 25 days +public holidays, Christmas Eve on us, Long-service perks capped at 30 days. 💪 Health & Wellbeing - On-site gym, Membership with Vitality, Enhanced sick pay 📈 Future Ready - The People’s Pension (5% you, 3% us) 👶 Family Support - Enhanced maternity pay 🚲 Easy Travel - 2 minutes’ walk from the tube, Octopus Electric Vehicles, a Cycle to Work Scheme with Showers and towels on site. ☕ Daily Perks - In-house barista coffee, free breakfast every day and local discounts 🎉 Culture & Community - Weekly drinks, fun socials, and rewards that take you places (literally - last winners hit the Alps) 🚀 Career Growth - Join a disruptive technology leader and fast forward your career move   Our company values are: * Have fun, get it done * Progress over perfection * One team thinking big YOU CAN FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR CULTURE HERE: https://www.anyvan.com/careers DE&I We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to be part of our mission and contribute to our vibrant culture.

Soho House

The Role…  At Soho House, the Sous Chef plays a vital leadership role within the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in delivering exceptional, high-quality dishes across all services. As a key member of the culinary management team, the Sous Chef helps drive consistency, creativity, and operational excellence, ensuring that every plate reflects the standards and identity of Soho House.  You will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, supervise and develop junior chefs, and ensure food safety, allergen compliance, and kitchen hygiene remain at the highest level. The Sous Chef contributes to menu development, coordinates prep and service execution, and steps into leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef.  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What's in it for you? * Weekly Pay * Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs * Clothing Allowance * Every House Membership * 50% off Food & Drink, 7 days a week * Staff Room Rate; Any Bedroom, Any House, $100 a night * Private Health and Dental Care * Life Assurance * Day off on your birthday * Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home * In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice. * Free Counselling Sessions * Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate. * Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally * Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Key duties… * Support the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef in leading all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring smooth, efficient service across all meal periods.  * Prepare, cook, and present dishes to Soho House standards, maintaining consistency in quality, flavour, and plating.  * Oversee mise en place organisation, daily prep schedules, and service readiness for assigned sections.  * Supervise and mentor junior chefs, providing guidance, training, and feedback to support their development.  * Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and allergen management procedures in line with HACCP and Soho House policies.  * Assist in menu execution and contribute ideas to seasonal changes, specials, and development projects.  * Support stock control activities, including ordering, deliveries, waste reduction, and inventory rotation.  * Communicate effectively with both back-of-house and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service and member satisfaction.  * Lead by example through professionalism, punctuality, and a calm, solution-driven approach in a fast-paced environment.  * Take charge of the kitchen when required, ensuring standards, staffing, and service run smoothly in the absence of senior leadership.  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What we are looking for... * 3–5 years of experience in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen, ideally within a premium restaurant, hotel, or private members’ club.  * Strong cooking skills across multiple kitchen sections with a solid understanding of classical and modern culinary techniques.  * Proven experience supervising or leading small teams.  * Excellent knowledge of HACCP, allergen procedures, and food safety practices.  * Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards.  * Professional, reliable, and passionate about food and team development.  * Confident communicator with strong organisational and time-management skills.  * Fluent in English.