Chief of Staff - Executive Leadership Programme (Europe)

Job Profile:

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly for one of Banyan's seasoned Operating Partners or Portfolio Leaders, who act like Group President's overseeing a portfolio of software businesses, as their Chief of Staff, with entry onto our Executive Leadership Program.

In this role you will gain valuable exposure to software M&A but be primarily focused on value creation activities across a number of portfolio companies, working hand in hand with CEO's and functional leaders. You will also learn the Banyan Operating System set of best practices, getting hands-on operating experience helping newly acquired companies drive growth.

The Executive Leadership Program is designed as a 2-year program, after which high performers will have the opportunity to lead an operating company as a C-Suite member or CEO. As an ELP, you will be a part of a cohort of peers at Banyan, growing and learning together. Among other development opportunities, you will receive external executive coaching throughout, receive mentorship from Operating Partners who have decades of experience in software, and be included in Banyan's CEO Guild and annual in-person global summit.

For those looking to learn the best practices on how to grow software businesses, fast-track their career towards running a business themselves, and join a fast-paced, fun and collaborative team, this job is for you!

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with CEOs and functional leaders across portfolio companies to implement the Banyan Operating System, driving operational improvements and growth.
• Lead high-impact projects across sales, marketing, AI, product and more, as the right-hand to an Operating Partner or Portfolio Leader.
• Assist in integration planning and onboarding for newly acquired businesses.
• Support the Operating Partner or Portfolio Leader with critical initiatives, cross-company collaboration, and key decision-making efforts.
• Gain hands-on experience to prepare for future leadership roles, including potential CEO or C-suite positions.

Qualifications for success:

• This program is designed for top MBA degree holders with prior experience in management consulting, private equity, investment banking, or an operational leadership role.
• Having commercial GTM experience is a plus as well as having worked in the software industry and understanding the dynamics of SaaS businesses.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and drive data-informed decision making.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Proven track record of leading projects, managing competing priorities, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for learning and growth, with a long-term goal of stepping into an executive leadership position.

Compensation and benefits:

• Base salary and cash bonus;
• Meaningful equity in a fast-growing company;
• Vacation policy and supplemental health benefits plan; and,
• Great career development opportunities as Banyan grows.

Banyan Software company encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying. Please be aware that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted for this position. Banyan Software is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veterans status