Associate Chief of Staff

NU Advisory Partners has been retained to lead the search for an Associate Chief of Staff for a growing, private capital-backed company. Sitting in the Office of the CEO, this person keeps daily operations on track, handling everything from meeting prep to executive-level writing, with a communications lean that sets the role apart from similar chief-of-staff-adjacent positions. We're looking for someone with a consulting or banking background who thrives on ambiguity, delivers polished work independently, and doesn't need much hand-holding to get things done.

About NU Advisory Partners

NU Advisory Partners is an AI-native executive search and advisory firm specializing in senior executive, operating, and board roles, with deep expertise in private capital-backed environments.

We're breaking the mold in an industry that hasn't changed in decades, pairing a top-tier team with tech, data, and AI to make search smarter, faster, and built for how businesses move today. The result? A better experience for clients, candidates, and ourselves. With 2,000+ searches and deep industry expertise, we deliver high-touch service and leadership talent that drives long-term value.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Communications & Materials

• Shape talking points, correspondence, and other materials representing a senior executive's voice
• Support preparation for customer- and partner-facing meetings held on behalf of executive leadership
• Polish outgoing materials so they're ready for external or senior internal audiences
• Help maintain a consistent tone and message across executive communications

Meeting Support & Follow-Through

• Own logistics and readiness for internal and external meetings, confirming materials are set well ahead of time
• Distill action items from internal discussions into clear, trackable next steps
• Keep visibility on open items across workstreams so nothing gets missed
• Keep relevant stakeholders informed on status between meetings

Operational Execution & Cross-Functional Support

• Step in on ad hoc projects and overflow assignments to keep multiple workstreams progressing
• Move independently on clearly scoped assignments with minimal oversight
• Coordinate across departments to remove blockers and sustain momentum on cross-functional work
• Develop enough fluency in the business to represent the office confidently in day-to-day interactions

Culture & Engagement

• Contribute to culture and engagement programming alongside the People team
• Help design and run initiatives that build connection across the organization
• Support planning and execution of company-wide events and communications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• 2+ years of experience at a management consulting, investment banking, or similarly rigorous analytical environment
• Strong organizational skills with reliable follow-through on assigned workstreams
• Excellent written communicator, comfortable producing polished, executive-ready materials
• High proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and project management tools
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and discreetly with senior stakeholders
• Prior exposure to enterprise software or technology-enabled businesses is a plus
• Candidates must be able to work onsite five days a week at our office in the greater Washington, DC area
• Military or public service background is a plus