Chief of Staff

Job Description

The Chief of Staff is a high-visibility strategic partner that leads the coordination and strategic alignment of the Desk. Acting as a connector between trading and business support teams, this person ensures that the desk runs efficiently, communicates effectively, and stays focused on both short- and long-term goals. The Chief of Staff is responsible for streamlining projects, managing cross-functional initiatives, and enhancing the team’s effectiveness through better processes and structure.

ResponsibilitiesOperate at a tactical, strategic and operational level, handling the oversight of projects that do not neatly fit within the organizational chart or that fall between departments or leadership areas of responsibilityOwn goal tracking and milestones; ensure communication processes are completed when goals are achieved; schedule and coordinate celebrationsPlan, coordinate, and lead desk meetings and follow up on action itemsDevelop presentations and communicationsPromote information flow and knowledge sharing across teams working on similar initiativesServe as owner/main point of contact for all stakeholders in onboarding and transfer processesDrive continuous improvement of desk processes and communicationSupport team culture and engagement by fostering connection, recognition, and collaborationWorking closely with trading leads, proactively spot opportunities to improve efficiency of desk operationsAdditional responsibilities as periodically assignedRequirements & SkillsBachelor’s Degree in business or related field, MBA or Masters preferred5 years of experience in communicating, aligning, and managing internal stakeholders across multiple levels, including executive leadership3+ years of experience in a Chief of Staff or Executive Assistant capacityTrading-related experience—particularly with a Delta 1 or futures desk—is a plus but not requiredStrong knowledge of business, finance and analytics; quantitative experience preferredDemonstrated ability to take ownership and deliver results, even in an unstructured and ambiguous environmentProven track record of identifying and driving process improvements that enhance efficiency and communicationStrong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to building relationships across teams and levelsOutstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and build supporting materials (decks, briefings, and reports)Excellent organizational, verbal, analytical, and written skills with attention to detailWhile this is a hybrid position, we expect and in-office presence in our Chicago office 4 times per week. Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening. #LI-DNPThe Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance.

Please visit Benefits – US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information. Salary Range$150,000 – $200,000 USD

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