Chief of Staff

People Hive is supporting a fast-growing, AI-native InsurTech client in New York City in the search for a highly analytical and ambitious Chief of Staff to join their founding team. This is a high-impact, generalist position working directly alongside the CEO to drive the company's most critical priorities. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable navigating ambiguity without relying on a fixed playbook. The role will take ownership of a diverse range of initiatives, including fundraising, financial modelling, go-to-market strategy, operations and product development. The successful candidate will be expected to build scalable systems, execute quickly and act as a key partner in shaping the future of the organisation. Critical Requirements1–3 years of experience at a top-tier firm such as Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, Bain or BCG, or an equivalent high-performance environment Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet software and financial modelling Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Ability to work on-site in New York City High agency with a strong bias toward action and independent problem-solving Proven ability to handle confidential and high-integrity responsibilities reliably Important RequirementsStrong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities Experience managing multi-stakeholder projects Ability to draft professional investor updates and internal briefs Comfortable working with minimal direction in an early-stage startup environment Nice to HavePrevious experience in FinTech or InsurTech Background working with AI-native technology companies Direct experience in insurance or financial services Experience in operational analysis and process automation