Chief of Staff, CRO

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GitLab operates an intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, helping organizations boost developer productivity, enhance operational efficiency, and lower security risk. The company seeks a Chief of Staff to the CRO to operate as a strategic partner and force multiplier within the global revenue organization. In this fully remote position, the individual will manage the Communications lead and the CRO Initiatives Program Manager, taking direct ownership of key executive projects. Responsibilities…

Job Description

In this fully remote position, the individual will manage the Communications lead and the CRO Initiatives Program Manager, taking direct ownership of key executive projects. Responsibilities sit at the intersection of strategy, execution, and operations, helping translate high-level vision into functional business outcomes. Candidates will direct leadership operations such as quarterly business reviews and strategic planning, handle executive escalations, and act as the liaison to the board of directors.

This role suits experienced professionals from top-tier management consulting, corporate strategy, or revenue operations backgrounds looking to shape executive-level strategy and accelerate their leadership path in a high-growth technology setting.

Responsibilities

Advise the Chief Revenue Officer and revenue leadership on strategic priorities and business initiatives
Run weekly executive staff meetings, quarterly business reviews, and strategic planning cycles
Manage goal-setting and tracking processes throughout the global revenue organization
Triage escalations and resolve cross-functional business roadblocks and urgent customer matters
Represent the CRO in account plan reviews, briefing preparations, and key meetings with customers and partners
Coordinate board materials, investor updates, and organizational announcements as the CRO Board Liaison
Collaborate across departments with finance, field operations, people teams, and the CEO Office of the Chief of Staff
Optimize the schedule and time allocation of the CRO to prioritize high-value strategic tasks

Requirements

Between eight and twelve years of progressive background in strategic functions, corporate strategy, management consulting, or revenue operations at high-growth technology companies
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence senior stakeholders within matrixed environments
Executive presence capable of engaging with C-suite executives and board members
Proficiency with CRM platforms like Salesforce, business intelligence tools, and presentation software
Advanced writing skills with experience documenting in public and working in asynchronous environments
Availability to travel as necessary to support the CRO

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in business administration, finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical work experience

Core Skills

Git Communication Leadership Excel Sales Recruitment

Benefits

Flexible paid time off
Access to team member resource groups
Equity compensation and employee stock purchase plan
Growth and development fund
Parental leave

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Is this position remote?

Yes, this role is fully remote, though certain positions may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements according to country hiring guidelines.

What is the employment type?

The posting specifies full-time employment.

What salary does this position offer?

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What experience level is required for applicants?

Candidates need eight to twelve years of progressive background in strategic roles, management consulting, corporate strategy, or revenue operations at high-growth technology firms.