Chief of Staff

Position: Chief of StaffLocation: ChandigarhAbout QrataQrata matches top talent with global career opportunities from the world's leading digital companies including some of the world's fastest growing start-ups using qrata's talent marketplaces. To sign-up please visit Qrata Talent Sign-UpClient we are Hiring for:It is a revolutionary clean-tech startup whose work has been recognized by the Government of India for Excellence in Water Resource Management & Innovation.But They are not here for awards. Their vision is bigger and urgent: Solve India’s water crisis within five years.Not someday. Not “eventually.” NowThe roadmap is clear. The technology is proven. The opportunity is gigantic The only missing piece is someone who can execute the vision. Without that, vision is hallucinationRole Overview: Execution EngineEvery visionary needs a counterpart who brings structure to imagination. Jobs had Cook. Elon has Gwynne.The visionary founder of companies is a relentless creative engine: synthesising impactful solutions to impossibly complex problems and enrolling world-class people into the mission. You’ll be the counterpart who’s an execution engine: turning vision into strategy, roadmaps, objectives, systems, and metrics that scales the company 1000x. Together, you’ll form the partnership that creates civilisational impact.What You’ll Do1) Bring Clarity & FocusTurn the 5-year vision into annual and quarterly objectives.Ruthlessly prioritise. Eliminate everything but the essential - even beloved ideas of the founder.Translate objectives into measurable outcomes and ensure crystal clarity and accountability for everyone in the company.2) Align the People, ContinuouslyDesign a lean org with crystal-clear roles and success metricsSet weekly and quarterly reviews; keep everyone aligned towards prioritiesEnsure priorities remain priorities. Everything else is secondary3) Use Data to Drive DecisionsBuild live dashboards for financial, operational, product, and impact healthTrack leading indicators and intervene to keep them on track4) Solve Problems FastProactively identify and resolve issues that are blocking the achievement of objectivesResolve communication gaps and blockers between teamsLead problem-solving sessions that end with decisions, not discussions5) Build Scalable SystemsCreate simple, repeatable systems for execution, tracking, and communication that can scale 1000× without middle-management bloatLeverage AI, automation and SaaS tools effectively and only where it makes sense. Not out of FOMOContinuously eliminate roles, objectives, products, features and processes that don’t best serve the mission6) Own the Numbers (P&L & Shareholder Reporting)Own the P&L: revenue, margins, cash flow and ratiosRun monthly/quarterly closes with Finance; no surprisesDeliver board/shareholder updates: concise, candid, and insight-rich (progress, risks, decisions needed)Eligibility Missionary, not mercenary. The mission and role must excite you enough to commit through good times and bad for a long term 10–15 years’ experience of hands-on management or systems building 3–5 years running the engine as a GM, Chief of Staff, Project Manager, or equivalent and owning P&L Proven at scaling startups or complex systems with execution rhythms that don’t break under pressure You understand every function (product, sales, ops, finance, people) and can unite specialists into one high-performing system Proficient with collaboration, productivity, and AI tools, and skilled with MIS platforms like Zoho One or equivalents. Must be a life-long learner with a growth mindset. Avid readerWhy Chandigarh?It’s thier unfair advantage. You’ll understand when you get there. It’s not just strategic for their business, it is also a great city to live with ~50% lower living costs, better air, and unbeatable quality of life versus metros, without losing connectivity or talent access If location feels like a constraint, it won’t for long. The founder moved here from Mumbai and swears he’ll never go back.Why This Opportunity Is PreciousWorld-class talent like you will never run out of high-paying offers. But rare are the chances to solve one of humanity’s biggest problems Yes, they will create generational wealth along the way by building a decacorn. But that won’t be the primary reason why we die with a smile.