Chief of Staff (m|w|d)

Shape the future alongside our executive leadership – as Chief of Staff (m|w|d)

Do you want to contribute strategically, help shape operational structures, and support key decisions with well-founded analysis? As Chief of Staff, you’ll work closely with the executive team and senior leadership team, you take responsibility for driving strategic goals forward, and act as a vital link between internal teams and external stakeholders.

If we’ve sparked your interest, we look forward to receiving your application!

About your new role

• Strategic Sparring: You accompany the executive leadership to meetings, workshops, and strategy sessions – on site or remotely. You prepare and follow up on these engagements, structure information from various areas, and create the foundation for well-informed, fast decision-making.

• Topic and Priority Management: You identify which topics are most relevant, set priorities accordingly, and support the executive leadership with briefings, presentations, and decision documents. You anticipate relevant topics early on and always think one step ahead.

• Project Management on Behalf of the Executive Leadership: You coordinate strategic initiatives – particularly around product development, AI, and future-focused topics – and drive them forward operationally.

• Efficient Follow-up: You ensure that decisions are implemented, responsibilities are clearly defined, and deadlines are met.

• Organization of Meetings & Events: You plan and structure executive meetings, offsites, and leadership-related events – both from an organizational and content perspective.

• Interface & Stakeholder Management: As a central point of contact within the executive circle, you work closely with the executive leadership and executive assistants. You coordinate content for recurring formats, ensure clear communication, and build strong, trust-based working relationships.

Skills & Requirements

• You hold a completed degree or a comparable qualification and bring relevant professional experience in management, consulting, or executive support roles – ideally as a Chief of Staff, Executive Assistant with a strategic focus, or in project management within a top-management environment.

• You work independently, in a structured and organized manner. Your time and priority management skills are excellent, and you demonstrate efficiency and oversight even in operational tasks.

• You enjoy strategic project work, think conceptually, analyze clearly, and find structured solutions even for complex challenges.

• You communicate clearly, present yourself confidently at all levels, and act with diplomatic skill. Even in complex situations, you maintain composure, overview, and discretion. Your working style is trustworthy and service-oriented.

• You understand digital business models – ideally in an e-commerce or platform environment – and have a strong affinity for technological developments, particularly in the areas of AI and product innovation.

• You have very good written and spoken German and English skills, are confident in using MS Office and digital tools, and are willing to work from the Berlin office at least four days per week.

At idealo you can expect 

• You want to further your education? We take your personal development goals seriously and, in addition to our idealo Learning Hub, eLearning offerings (e.g., Udemy), coaching & mediation, we also offer you the opportunity to benefit individually from additional learning and development budget. 

• And what about the office? Our office in the heart of Berlin offers excellent free lunch, as well as free coffee, lemonades and after-work beer, in addition to the "standard foosball". It also has a fabulous rooftop terrace with view of the whole of berlin where you can network with colleagues from our group of companies. 

• In need of additional support in any areas of your life? We offer free counseling and support in all areas of life (professional, private, family, health, etc.) in cooperation with the pme-Familienservice. 

• You want full flexibility on your way to work and beyond? No problem with a job bike or Deutschlandticket - and it's environmentally friendly, too! 

• Want to keep yourself fit? We offer many different fitness and sports options, such as an Urban Sports or Gympass membership, to suit your personal needs. 

• And what else is there? Of course, success must be celebrated! In addition to team events, you can also expect big company events and other moments of organized connection with others in the company and your team throughout the year!