Chief of Staff to the CEO

Inkitt is building the Disney of the 21st Century, standing at the forefront of technology and entertainment. Leveraging AI and predictive algorithms, Inkitt discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits, producing a new $1M ebook every 7 days and selling directly to consumers through its Inkitt Galatea app. Bestsellers are then translated onto the screen through Inkitt CandyJar, the #1 US-based microdrama platform with billions of episodes streamed to date. Inkitt has become the 11th most bestseller-generating publisher in the world, boasting a 40x higher hit-rate than traditional publishers. Backed by some of the top VC’s such as: Khosla, Kleiner Perkins, and NEA Ventures, our recent expansion into Ironblood, the first AI Native streaming platform for action and adventure, is only the beginning of our journey to becoming the next-gen entertainment powerhouse.

This is an in-office role, requiring 5 days per week onsite at our San Francisco (South Park) office. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the office Monday - Friday.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as a trusted thought partner to the CEO, working side‑by‑side on strategic priorities, planning cycles, and special projects that drive Inkitt’s growth.
• Oversee cross‑functional initiatives, ensuring clear direction, accountability, and delivery across the executive team and company leadership.
• Translate high‑level strategy into actionable plans and operational frameworks.
• Support decision‑making by conducting deep strategic and analytical work, identifying trends, and providing data‑driven insights.
• Manage the flow of information to and from the CEO, ensuring clarity, prioritization, and strong executive alignment.
• Represent the CEO in key discussions, meetings, or projects as needed, ensuring continuity of leadership and communication.
• Champion collaboration and operational excellence across teams, helping Inkitt stay fast‑moving and coordinated as it scales globally.

What You'll Bring:

• MBA required from a top institution, paired with strong strategic and operational acumen.
• Top-tier consulting firm (Bain, BCG, McKinsey, or Bridgewater) or investment banking experience required. Ideally have additional experience in a strategy/product/business operations role at a tech company
• 4-6 years of professional experience in management consulting, strategy, or executive operations.
• Outstanding analytical, organizational, and communication skills with proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• High emotional intelligence and humility - able to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and executives.
• Strategic thinker who is equally comfortable in hands‑on execution mode.
• Passion for technology, storytelling, and the intersection of AI and entertainment.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Autonomous
• Bring solutions instead of problems
• Data driven
• Quick to action
• A high functioning workaholic
• Looking for exponential career growth
• Have lots of fun building a generational AI x Entertainment company

What We'll Offer:

• 401k plan, designed to help you save for the future
• Health benefits tailored to your needs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Professional coaching for everyone
• Team-building events, including our annual Tulum trip
• Unlimited access to our Galatea app and CandyJarTV app
• Unlimited budget for self-development books
• Charity donation of your choice at your one year anniversary
• Free lunch in office everyday
• Class Pass membership for US based employee and gym access for Berlin employees
• Dog friendly offices

Base salary offers are determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and alignment with the requirements of the role, as well as internal equity and market benchmarks At Inkitt, we strive to build a company culture and provide employment opportunities based on diversity and inclusion. We believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed, as should our team members. As a growing team from 20+ countries, we welcome everyone to apply. We look forward to hearing from you! Check out our Careers Blog 💼 Follow us on Instagram & LinkedIn! 💻