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Chief of Staff - UK

London, UK

Role: Chief of Staff - UK

Location: London
Reporting to: CEO - UK

We’re MiQ, a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, so you will be too. No matter the role or the location, we’re all united in the vision to lead the programmatic industry and make it better.

We are looking for a UK Chief of staff to help drive forward the strategic priorities of our UK business. You will play a pivotal role in defining, overseeing, and orchestrating critical initiatives to support these priorities. You will be part of our UK Executive team and will work directly with the CEO and other leaders in our business to shape and deliver our strategy.
This position requires a blend of leadership, organisational change management, analytical thinking, and operational acumen.

If you’re ready to drive strategic initiatives, foster innovation, and shape the future of MiQ, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role!

What you’ll do:

1. CEO and Executive team advisor

  • Be an advisor to the Exec team – challenge thinking and support in decision making
  • Help to manage and improve the focus and efficiency of the Exec team, including how they prioritize and what they are focused on – both collectively and individually
  • Facilitate clear and consistent communication within the executive team and across the organisation.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the CEO and other executives, senior departmental leaders and external stakeholders.

2. Strategic Planning and Alignment:

  • Help to define and assess the strategic priorities of the business each quarter
  • Develop strategic and operational plans for each project and track performance
  • Understand the broader context of the organization and anticipate changes that may impact project outcomes

3. Project Delivery and Management:

  • Drive priority initiatives forward for the CEO, including coordination, project
  • Management, and tracking of relevant KPIs
  • Help to deliver any team effectiveness or organisational change projects
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and budget.
  • Conduct research and provide insights to inform strategic decisions.
  • Oversee the implementation of new initiatives and monitor their outcomes.
  • Utilise project management tools and methodologies to track and report progress.
  1. Governance:
  • Track OKRs and hold leaders accountable to commitments

What you’ll bring 

  • 5+ years in a strategic role, preferably in a fast-paced environment (media industry
    experience is a plus).
  • A Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • An MBA qualification would be advantageous although not essential.
  • Proven project management experience with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
  • Strong communication and excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Proficient at multitasking and can brilliantly manage during high-octane periods.
  • Demonstrable experience of change management.
  • You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.

We’ve highlighted some key skills, experience and requirements for this role. But please don’t worry if you don’t meet every single one. Our talent team strives to find the best people. They might see something in your background that’s a fit for this role, or another opportunity at MiQ.

If you have a passion for the role, please still apply.

What’s in it for you
MiQ is incredibly proud to foster a welcoming culture. We do everything possible to make sure everyone feels valued for what they bring. With global teams committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we’re always moving towards becoming an even better place to work.

Values:

Our values are so much more than statements. They unite MiQers in every corner of the world. They shape the way we work and the decisions we make. And they inspire us to stay true to ourselves and to aim for better. Our values are there to be embraced by everyone, so that we naturally live and breathe them. Just like inclusivity, our values flow through everything we do - no matter how big or small.

  • We do what we love - Passion
  • We figure it out - Determination
  • We anticipate the unexpected - Agility
  • We always unite - Unity
  • We dare to be unconventional - Courage

Benefits:

Every region and office has specific perks and benefits, but every person joining MiQ can expect:

  • A hybrid work environment
  • New hire orientation with job specific onboarding and training
  • Internal and global mobility opportunities
  • Competitive healthcare benefits
  • Bonus and performance incentives
  • Generous annual PTO, paid parental leave, with two additional paid days to acknowledge holidays, cultural events, or inclusion initiatives
  • Employee resource groups designed to connect people across all MiQ regions, drive action, and support our communities

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