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Black Pen Recruitment

Chief of Staff for CEO (FinTech/Cryptocurrency)

On site

San francisco, United states

Senior

Full Time

20-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Leadership Resource Allocation Effective Communication Organization Process Improvement Project Management

Job Specifications

Chief of Staff for CEO (FinTech/Cryptocurrency) About the job Chief of Staff for CEO (FinTech/Cryptocurrency)
Our Client is the largest and the first licensed on/off-ramp platform for stablecoins in Africa. They are dedicated to offering innovative solutions in the African stablecoins space. Our client is committed to making stablecoins accessible and understandable for everyone, providing their customers with secure and user-friendly platforms for their financial transactions.
Job Type: Full time l Remote
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
Proven experience in a Chief of Staff or similar strategic role within the fintech/stablecoin industry
Prior experience in startups, ideally within the realms of cryptocurrency or fintech
Proven experience in Operations or Project Management/co-ordination
Proven experience in handling meetings with external partners
Proven experience in assisting the CEO with day-to-day activities, ie; manage banking operations, etc
Strong understanding of fintech and stablecoin market trends
Exceptional project management and organisational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Open to extensive travel
Advantageous
Fluent in French and English
Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with the executive team to formulate and execute strategic initiatives that align with the company's vision and goals
Provide insights and recommendations on business operations, market trends, and emerging opportunities in the fintech/stablecoin space
Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to best practices
Identify areas for process improvement and implement streamlined procedures to enhance organisational effectiveness
Act as a bridge between different departments, fostering communication and collaboration to achieve organisational objectives
Work closely with key stakeholders to drive alignment across various functions within the company
Lead and manage strategic projects from inception to completion, ensuring deadlines are met and objectives are achieved
Coordinate with project teams to monitor progress, mitigate risks, and optimize resource allocation
Provide comprehensive support to the executive leadership, including managing schedules, preparing briefs, and coordinating high-priority meetings
Act as a strategic advisor, offering insights and guidance to the leadership team
Develop and maintain effective communication channels within the organization
Prepare and deliver regular reports to update the executive team on key metrics, achievements, and challenges

About the Company

Black Pen Recruitment is the leading recruitment agency in fintech and cryptocurrency across Africa. From our headquarters in Cape Town, South Africa, we've been at the forefront of specialised recruitment since 2012, carving out a distinct niche in the landscape of financial technology. Our success story is rooted in our ability to identify top-tier talent and match them with leading companies in the industry. With over 180 clients worldwide and over 120,000 candidates in our database, we've built partnerships with Startups... Know more