Chief of Staff

Are you looking to have an impact on the daily life of millions of entrepreneurs in France (and tomorrow in Europe)?

Are you looking for a work environment that values trust, proactivity, and autonomy?

Are our Engineering principles aligned with your vision?

Then Pennylane is the right place for you!

Our vision

We aim to become the most beloved financial Operating System of French SMEs (and soon, European ones). We help entrepreneurs rid themselves of time-consuming tasks related to accounting and finance while providing them with access to key financial information to assist in making the best decisions for their business.

About us

Pennylane is one of the fastest growing Fintechs in France (and soon to be in Europe!). In 4 years of existence, we’ve managed to:

1. Make ourselves known as a groundbreaking accounting and financial software for small businesses and their accountants.
2. Raise a total of €150 million, including from Sequoia, the famous fund from Silicon Valley.
3. Grow from 7 cofounders to 550+ happy Pennylaners.
4. Build an international environment with more than 25 nationalities.
5. Earn the trust of thousands of customers and accounting firms.

Already more than 200,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and over 3,500 accounting firms use Pennylane in France!

Why This Role Matters

In order to continue our trajectory of rapid growth and ensure the efficient organization of Pennylane, we are seeking an exceptional Chief of Staff. This individual will play a crucial role in providing leverage to the ExCo and facilitating strategic initiatives across the company.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Performance Monitoring

• Partner with the ExCo in defining, communicating and executing company strategy and priorities.
• Facilitate quarterly business reviews and strategic planning sessions.
• Own the entire OKR-process.

Executive Operations

• Prepare briefing materials for board meetings and executive presentations.
• Coordinate and lead executive team meetings.
• Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the CEO and ExCo.

Cross-functional Leadership

• Drive alignment across departments and break down organizational silos.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement solutions.
• Lead strategic projects and initiatives across multiple departments.

Organizational Effectiveness

• Design and implement processes to improve company-wide communication and collaboration.
• Support organizational design and scaling initiatives.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and problem-solving across teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in operational or strategic roles.
• Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in fast-growing technology companies.
• Fluency in English and French.

What do we do to make your work life easier

• You will be able to work remotely from your country of residence in Europe.
• 25 vacations days paid by Pennylane.
• A competitive compensation package.
• Company shares to enjoy a piece of the success story.
• A budget to turn your home into a more comfortable workspace.
• Access to 8000 fitness spaces in Europe.
• Access to Busuu for language improvement.
• Latest Apple equipment.
• Regular company events for team cohesion.

If you are based in France, you will have a French contract following French regulations.

Who are we looking for?

To thrive at Pennylane, you need:

• To speak English.
• To be energized by an ever-shifting work environment.
• To be highly collaborative.
• Sufficiently experienced to prioritize business-led actions.

We fully embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion and are committed to providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of gender, sexual orientation, origin, disabilities, or any other traits that make you who you are.