Chief of Staff to the CEO

Company Description

At CluePoints, we're redefining how clinical trials are run. As the premier provider of Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) and Data Quality Oversight software, we harness advanced statistics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to ensure the quality, accuracy, and integrity of clinical trial data, helping life sciences organizations bring safer, more effective treatments to patients faster.

We're proud to be an ambitious, fast-growing technology scale-up with a dynamic and diverse international team representing more than 20 nationalities. Collaboration, flexibility, and continuous learning are part of our DNA.

At CluePoints, you'll find a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and have fun along the way.Guided by our values of
Care, Passion, and Smart Disruption
, we're united by a shared mission: to create smarter ways to run efficient clinical trials and deliver AI-powered insights that improve human outcomes worldwide.

The Role

We're seeking a Chief of Staff to the CEO — a strategic, program-driven leader who will act as a force multiplier for the CEO. You'll translate top priorities into well-run, cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment, accountability, and measurable outcomes across the business.

· This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who thrives on problem-solving, execution excellence, and working at the intersection of strategy and operations.

What You'll Bring

• 4–8 years in Tier-1 management consulting (e.g. MBB or equivalent), ideally in technology, software, data/AI, or digital operations.
• Proven record of delivering complex, cross-functional programs from concept to measurable results.
• Strong analytical and communication skills — able to structure problems, model outcomes, and tell a crisp executive story.
• High integrity, collaborative mindset, and comfort with ambiguity in a global, fast-paced environment.
• Nice to Have: Experience in pharma/biotech/medtech or clinical development.

What Success Looks Like (6–12 months)

• Two to three flagship programs delivered from charter to measurable impact.
• A repeatable operating playbook for CEO-level initiatives.
• Trusted advisor status with the CEO and executive team through consistent delivery and clear storytelling.

What You'll Be Doing

Program Leadership & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end CEO-sponsored programs — define scope, milestones, owners, and risks.
• Build program dashboards and executive narratives that keep sponsors, teams, and stakeholders aligned.
• Drive progress reviews and ensure commitments turn into tangible results

Strategic Projects & Problem Solving

• Take ownership of high-impact, ambiguous challenges — frame problems, model scenarios, test solutions, and make clear recommendations.
• Prepare materials and insights for the CEO's external engagements (board, investors, partners, industry forums).
• Manage follow-ups and ensure outcomes are captured and acted upon.

Executive Enablement

• Support the CEO's operating rhythm, from ELT meetings to strategic reviews, ensuring clarity, coordination, and delivery.
• Partner with Finance, People, and Analytics to track performance metrics and decision follow-through.
• Serve as a connector across the leadership team to maintain focus and momentum.

What We Offer – United Kingdom

• Private Medical Insurance
  through Vitality Health (full hospital cover, 24/7 GP, and therapy sessions)
• Group Critical Illness Cover
  with Aviva
• Life Insurance
  (death-in-service lump sum)
• Pension Scheme
  with
  9% employer contribution
  via Scottish Widows
• Opportunities for professional development and sponsored certifications
• A hub-based hybrid model that blends flexibility with purpose — connecting teams through collaboration, learning, and a vibrant social culture.

Equal Opportunities & Data Protection Statement

CluePoints is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Any personal data you share during your application will be processed in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 and will be used solely for recruitment purposes.

By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your data for recruitment and employment purposes.