Chief of Staff

WELCOME TO SPARQAfter 10 years of success as part of the Oliver James Group, we have embarked on an ambitious new chapter: the creation of Sparq through a Management Buy-Out led by our Leadership Team.This strategic move marks the beginning of a true entrepreneurial project aimed at transforming the HR and business landscape in Italy and Europe.Our goal is to combine the heritage of excellence built over a decade with a forward-thinking approach that leverages innovation, technology, and AI to design the future of HR services.At Sparq, our ambition is to become the most specialist-driven HR consulting and recruitment company in Italy and Europe. We combine business success with an  inclusive, high-performing culture , encouraging flexibility, well-being, and continuous growth.We are a team of ambitious professionals whose values underpin Trust, Caring, Forward Thinking , and a strong  Can-Do Attitude .Every journey at Sparq is designed to help people achieve their career ambitions while contributing to a  true scale-up project :Supporting organizational and technological transformation for our clientsLeveraging AI-powered analytics to develop innovative solutionsDesigning and launching HR tech products and platforms that evolve over timeBuilding a scalable ecosystem of HR services with an international potentialAbout the roleRole: Chief of StaffLocation: Milan (Hybrid)Seniority: 3- 6 years of exeprienceAs Chief of Staff, you will support the company’s leadership in pursuing its business objectives, acting as a key reference point for the cross-functional coordination of the three Business Units — Talent as a Service, Headhunting, and HR Advisory — ensuring that corporate priorities are clear, shared, and effectively executed.Main activities and responsibilitiesSupport the management team in defining and monitoring strategic priorities, ensuring full organizational alignment with company objectives.Facilitate an effective flow of information and decision-making between the Executive Committee and the Business Units, including through the preparation of reports, presentations, and materials that support executive decisions.Collaborate with the senior leadership team to guide growth strategies, optimize operational workflows, and support the executive-level decision-making process.Work closely with the CEO in managing the strategic and operational agenda, ensuring proper follow-up and progress on key priorities.Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to ensure consistency across processes, initiatives, and decision-making.Act as a facilitator in resolving complex organizational and operational issues, promoting effective and timely solutions.RequirementsProven experience in roles supporting top management (e.g., Chief of Staff, Strategic Planning, Business Operations, PMO, or similar).Strong strategic analysis skills and the ability to translate corporate priorities into clear, actionable, and trackable operational plans.Degree in economics, management, or related fields (e.g., Economics, Management, Industrial Engineering, Political Science / International Relations with an economic-organizational focus).Project and stakeholder management competencies, with the ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives effectively.Proficiency with advanced work tools, including Office Suite/Google Workspace, project management systems, reporting tools, and collaboration platforms.Fluency in written and spoken English.What we offerA young and dynamic work environment.A key role within a fast-growing organization, with strong visibility to top management.A competitive compensation package and performance-based bonuses.Flexibility and opportunities for remote work.Team bonding moments (happy hours, team-building activities).Incentives for top performers (Lunch Club, exclusive trips).Annual company events (Summer and Christmas Party).Flexible working hours with extended lunch breaks for those attending the gym