Chief of Staff & Corporate Development Lead working with the CEO on critical operational priorities at Canary Technologies. Driving corporate development initiatives in a high-impact role.
Responsibilities
Act as a trusted thought partner to the CEO on strategy, prioritization, and execution
Help set and manage the CEO’s agenda, ensuring focus on the highest-impact initiatives
Assist in the preparation of Board materials, investor updates, and key executive communications
Drive alignment, accountability, and follow-through across the executive team
Own and execute cross-functional initiatives spanning all parts of the business
Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities early, and proactively recommend solutions
Serve as a point of leverage between the CEO and the broader organization
Management of CEO's EA
Own and execute corporate development efforts, including M&A strategy and evaluation
Financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis
Diligence coordination and transaction execution
Post-merger integration planning and execution
Support long-term strategic planning, capital allocation decisions, and growth initiatives
Requirements
7+ years of total professional experience
At least 3 years of experience at a top-tier investment bank or management consulting firm
Prior operating experience in a company environment (post-banking or consulting)
Strong experience in financial modeling and strategic analysis
Prior exposure to technology, SaaS, or high-growth companies
Experience supporting or executing M&A, corporate development, or strategic initiatives
MBA not required, but a plus
Benefits
Canary Days: As a company we want to ensure that the team has time to recharge. Each month we provide company wide days off to ensure there is at least one extended weekend or day off.
Self Improvement Club: We meet each month and share our personal goals for the month. Each individual is provided a budget towards any purchases that help us achieve these goals.
Professional Development Chats: We provide budget to help drive cross functional professional development conversations across the organization.
Travel Reimbursement: Team members are able to visit our offices across New York, San Francisco or Dallas when they choose, and are provided a travel stipend for doing so. Spend time working with the team in their office, and use the rest of your time exploring a new city!
Personal Travel Reimbursement: If you stay at a hotel that Canary works with, we provide a credit towards your stay.
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