Chief of Staff to the CTO and CPMO
Podium is seeking a motivated and organized Chief of Staff to support our both our Chief Technology Office and Chief Product & Marketing Officer. In this role, you’ll lead strategic projects, manage planning cycles, and streamline operations to ensure departmental and company success. You’ll influence strategy, improve processes, and foster cross-functional collaboration.
What you will be doing:
Planning and Operational Design
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual planning processes.
Collaborate with Finance to build and execute the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
Implement and improve product operations (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban).
Foster a culture of continuous improvement by independently identifying inefficiencies and driving process enhancements.
Strategic Program Management
Serve as a strategic partner to the CTO and CPMO by driving high-priority cross-company initiatives and ensuring timely delivery.
Align technical initiatives with business priorities and communicate progress to stakeholders.
Identify and mitigate risks, resolving roadblocks to keep projects on track.
Communication Strategy
Develop communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment across teams.
Act as a bridge between executives and the broader organization.
Metrics & Reporting
Track and report key metrics to measure progress and drive decisions.
Provide actionable insights to address gaps and inform strategy.
What you should have:
Alignment with our operating principles
7+ years of experience in program management, business operations, or a related field, ideally in tech.
Proven success in managing planning cycles and optimizing operations.
Strong knowledge of business metrics and financial planning.
Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
Collaborative leader with a strategic mindset
Experience working with C-suite executives and managing cross-functional projects.
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA) and business models.
BENEFITS
Open and transparent culture
Life insurance, long and short-term disability coverage
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Fertility Benefits
Generous vacation time, plus three 4-day summer holiday weekends
Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k Plan with competitive company matching
Bi-annual swag drops with cool Podium gear and apparel
A stellar HQ (Utah) gym with local professional coaches and classes offered
Onsite HQ (Utah) child care center, subsidized for employees
Additional benefits for fully remote employees
Podium is an equal opportunity employer. Podium provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or veteran status.
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Chief of Staff to the CTO and CPMO
Podium is seeking a motivated and organized Chief of Staff to support our both our Chief Technology Office and Chief Product & Marketing Officer. In this role, you’ll lead strategic projects, manage planning cycles, and streamline operations to ensure departmental and company success. You’ll influence strategy, improve processes, and foster cross-functional collaboration.
What you will be doing:
Planning and Operational Design
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual planning processes.
Collaborate with Finance to build and execute the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
Implement and improve product operations (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban).
Foster a culture of continuous improvement by independently identifying inefficiencies and driving process enhancements.
Strategic Program Management
Serve as a strategic partner to the CTO and CPMO by driving high-priority cross-company initiatives and ensuring timely delivery.
Align technical initiatives with business priorities and communicate progress to stakeholders.
Identify and mitigate risks, resolving roadblocks to keep projects on track.
Communication Strategy
Develop communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment across teams.
Act as a bridge between executives and the broader organization.
Metrics & Reporting
Track and report key metrics to measure progress and drive decisions.
Provide actionable insights to address gaps and inform strategy.
What you should have:
Alignment with our operating principles
7+ years of experience in program management, business operations, or a related field, ideally in tech.
Proven success in managing planning cycles and optimizing operations.
Strong knowledge of business metrics and financial planning.
Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
Collaborative leader with a strategic mindset
Experience working with C-suite executives and managing cross-functional projects.
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA) and business models.
BENEFITS
Open and transparent culture
Life insurance, long and short-term disability coverage
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Fertility Benefits
Generous vacation time, plus three 4-day summer holiday weekends
Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k Plan with competitive company matching
Bi-annual swag drops with cool Podium gear and apparel
A stellar HQ (Utah) gym with local professional coaches and classes offered
Onsite HQ (Utah) child care center, subsidized for employees
Additional benefits for fully remote employees
Podium is an equal opportunity employer. Podium provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or veteran status.