Chief of Staff for Prof. Sir Kostya Novoselov

Squarespace’s Applied Data & Insights (ADI) organization powers data-driven decision-making across the company with teams spanning Analytics, Data Science & Machine Learning, Analytics Enablement, and Data Platform. As the Senior Staff Operations Manager for ADI, you will drive the way we plan, deliver, and partner inside our organization and across the company. This role requires a versatile, Chief-of-Staff–like operator who works through prioritization and trade-offs across multiple leaders and cross-functional partners. You are an excellent communicator and well versed in managing stakeholder communications and expectations.You have a track record of translating complexity into clear processes, building credibility with data and analytics leaders, and knowing when to push, when to align, and when to escalate. You are comfortable navigating a changing business environment and thrive in a role where the operating model is still being built. This is a hybrid role working from our New York City office 3 days per week. You will report to the Senior Director of Operations to ensure alignment with operational standards, consistency across teams, and company-wide best practices, while maintaining a dotted-line relationship to the VP of ADI. YOU’LL GET TO…  * Set and manage ADI's planning and reporting cadences, both internal (leadership meetings, All Hands, offsites) and company-facing (QBRs, MBRs, WBRs, annual planning), including all associated artifacts. * Codify the ADI operating model (engagement models, decision rights, and standard operating procedures) across teams and standardize practices where relevant. * Partner with the ADI Leadership Team to identify, prioritize, and resource critical projects through bi-annual planning cycles; drive alignment on prioritization, support preparation for executive reviews, and ensure communication is clear and consistent throughout. * Partner with Finance and People on headcount planning, budget management, hiring consistency, org design, onboarding, and review cycles across ADI teams; foster strong relationships and facilitate collaboration across Finance, Marketing, Product, Engineering, and other departments. * Partner with Data Product Manager and other leaders to support vendor and tooling governance for the organization, including evaluation, contracting, and lifecycle management of data and analytics tools. * Partner with the ADI Technical Program Manager (TPM) and connect with Operations Managers across the company to share best practices and drive consistency. WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR  * 10+ years in business operations, strategy, or consulting, ideally at a SaaS or technology company; Chief-of-Staff experience is a plus. * Experience supporting a data, analytics, data science, or product organization is strongly preferred. Experience supporting growth or growth marketing organizations in a technology company, with an understanding of how those teams use data, measurement, and experimentation to drive business outcomes, is a plus. * Proven track record of building and improving processes and programs from the ground up, bringing consistency and structure to environments that need it. * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate between technical and business audiences and build executive-ready presentations. * Proven track record of stakeholder management, successfully aligning cross-functional teams and senior leadership around core business objectives. * Proficiency in enterprise AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Glean, Cursor) and experience integrating such tools into your daily workflows to automate tasks, optimize processes, and accelerate project delivery. * Self-driven, hands-on, structured problem solver with bias to action; comfortable navigating ambiguity and operating where processes are still being built. BENEFITS & PERKS * A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums  * Fertility and adoption benefits * Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage * Headspace mindfulness app subscription * Global Employee Assistance Program * Retirement benefits with employer match * Flexible paid time off * 12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leave * Pretax commuter benefit * Education reimbursement * Employee donation match to community organizations * 7 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) * Dog-friendly workplace * Free lunch and snacks * Private rooftop * Hack week twice per year CASH COMPENSATION RANGE: $178,500 - $265,000 USD The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors. In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive structure in addition to base salary. ABOUT SQUARESPACE Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Aveiro, Portugal. For more information about our company, visit https://www.squarespace.com/about/careers. OUR COMMITMENT Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. #LI-CB1 #LI-Hybrid Thank you in advance for providing the following details about your work history from your resume! 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About Teneo  Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.  Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions, and organizations.    Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, ESG and DE&I.    The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 50+ offices around the world.    Description    This role is designed to serve as Chief of Staff to Teneo's President of Global Strategy & Communications business, based in New York. The Chief of Staff role is intended to play a central part in supporting and growing the international Strategy & Communications business, helping to translate leadership priorities into execution, drive coordination across teams, support business development, and client delivery, and manage internal operations.     Specific responsibilities include:    * Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the President and executive leadership team, helping shape key business decisions.  * Act as an extension of the President’s office by managing information flow, synthesizing complex issues, filtering priorities, and facilitating effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.  * Prepare senior leaders for critical internal and external engagements as well as business development opportunities; represent the President and serve as a delegate in select meetings when appropriate.  * Lead cross-functional and cross-geography initiatives, projects, and priorities from scoping through execution, ensuring accountability and follow-through.  * Step into areas of ambiguity and ownership gaps to drive outcomes across teams and functions.  * Produce high-impact deliverables, including strategic plans, briefings, analyses, business cases, leadership communications, management reports, and client-facing materials.  * Coordinate resources, expertise, and relationships across teams, divisions, and markets to advance strategic priorities and growth initiatives.  * Support client engagements by contributing to strategy, driving alignment, and ensuring high-quality execution and client service.  * Anticipate risks, identify organizational friction points, and resolve issues before they escalate.  * Foster collaboration and integration across teams to strengthen relationships and improve organizational effectiveness.  * Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and strategic partners to support long-term growth.  * Support global business development and growth initiatives  by identifying opportunities, coordinating pursuit efforts, and building internal resource capabilities.   * Leverage AI, automation, and workflow technologies to improve decision-making, accelerate analysis, enhance operational visibility, and scale impact.    Qualifications  * 5+ years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, government, corporate communications, policy, political strategy, management consulting, or a related field, with a track record of supporting senior executives and driving high-impact initiatives.  * Proven experience partnering with executive leadership teams and influencing senior stakeholders across complex organizations.  * Demonstrated ability to lead and execute cross-functional, enterprise-wide initiatives from concept through implementation, balancing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.  * Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of financial markets, corporate strategy, and organizational operations.  * Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear, actionable insights; advanced PowerPoint and executive-quality presentation development required.  * Exercises sound judgment, discretion, and diplomacy in handling sensitive and confidential matters, while building trust and credibility across a broad range of stakeholders.  * Thrives in high-growth, high-pressure environments and is comfortable operating in situations with ambiguity, competing priorities, and evolving business needs.  * Highly resourceful, proactive, and adaptable, with a bias toward action and a willingness to challenge the status quo to drive better outcomes.  * Embraces technology and innovation, including leveraging AI and emerging tools to improve productivity, decision-making, and business impact.  * Serves as a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to senior leadership, helping to drive priorities, align stakeholders, and ensure effective execution across the organization.  * Based in New York City, with the ability to work from the office a minimum of three days per week.    What We Offer  As a Teneo employee, you will enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision coverage; long-term disability, and life insurance; a 401K plan; commuter benefits; team events; snacks; and other perks.      Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion  Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law.     Base Salary Range   $130,000 - $170,000 (compensation for this role will depend on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience that may fall outside of the range listed).    Bonus Eligible   Yes    Total Compensation Package   Includes annualized bonus, 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits and perks.    Flexible Work Policy   Teneo believes in in-person collaboration when possible. This role is assigned to the New York office, and the company expectation is for employees to work from the office location a minimum of three times a week.