Chief of Staff

<p><strong>Planckian</strong><span><strong> </strong></span>is developing the core technology to power utility-scale quantum computers.</p><p>By design, our chip architecture decouples control lines from qubit count, removing a key bottleneck in scaling. It combines the proven reliability of superconducting circuits with a breakthrough approach to qubit control, paving the way for quantum computers capable of solving the world's most challenging problems.</p><p>We are seeking a<span> </span><strong>Chief of Staff</strong><span> to </span>act as a strategic partner to the leadership team.</p><h5>What you'll be doing</h5><ol><li><p><span><strong>Own the company's rhythm of business</strong></span></p><ul><li><p><span>Track OKR progress across the team and surface risks to LT</span></p></li><li><p><span>Run the company-level planning calendar: QBRs, board meetings, all-hands</span></p></li><li><p><span>Maintain internal documentation and knowledge management systems</span></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Manage Finance &amp; GA</strong></p><ul><li><p><span>Own budget tracking, monthly reporting and variance analysis</span></p></li><li><p><span>Manage statutory compliance, legal filings and regulatory requirements</span></p></li><li><p><span>Coordinate with external accountants and legal counsel</span></p></li><li><p><span>Support grant applications and public funding processes</span></p></li></ul></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraph"><strong>Support Investor Relations</strong></p><ul><li><p class="MsoListParagraph"><span>Prepare investor updates and board packs</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraph">Coordinate technical material drafting and presentations</p></li></ul></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraph"><strong>People and Culture</strong></p><ul><li><p class="MsoListParagraph"><span>Support hiring processes end-to-end : job briefs, candidate pipeline, interview coordination, offers</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraph"><span>Manage onboarding, employment contracts, and employee relations</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraph"><span>Coordinate performance review cycles and compensation benchmarking</span></p></li></ul></li></ol><h5>Requirements</h5><ul><li><p><span>Ex-management consultant or operator role at a Series A–C startup</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong in structure, process and written communication</span></p></li><li><p><span>Financially literate: comfortable reading a P&amp;L and managing a budget</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proactive and self-directed</span></p></li><li><p>Above all: <strong>high agency</strong>. You see what needs to happen and you make it happen, without being asked</p></li></ul><p>Every job has its challenges, and this one is no exception. While many companies gloss over them, we believe in being upfront:</p><ul><li><p>You'll face tough situations, especially the classic challenge: people problems. Navigating human dynamics can be tricky and requires patience and empathy.</p></li><li><p>Some work is unglamorous, but building a great company means rolling up your sleeves. From strategic decisions to hands-on grunt work, everyone contributes to the heavy lifting.</p></li></ul><h5><strong>What We Offer</strong></h5><ul><li><p>Competitive salary + benefits</p></li><li><p>Stock options</p></li><li><p>Flexible working hours with hybrid working</p></li><li><p>Ego-free, merit-based environment</p></li></ul><p><em>Planckian is an equal-opportunity employer.</em></p>