Chief of Staff

Data is at the core of modern business, yet many teams struggle with its overwhelming volume and complexity. At Atlan, we’re changing that. As the world’s first active metadata platform, we help organisations transform data chaos into clarity and seamless collaboration.From Fortune 500 leaders to hyper-growth startups, from automotive innovators redefining mobility to healthcare organisations saving lives, and from Wall Street powerhouses to Silicon Valley trailblazers — we empower ambitious teams across industries to unlock the full potential of their data.Recognised as leaders by Gartner and Forrester and backed by Insight Partners, Atlan is at the forefront of reimagining how humans and data work together. Joining us means becoming part of a movement to shape a future where data drives extraordinary outcomes. Impact & PurposeLead the Metadata Revolution – Be the guiding force that helps data teams collaborate better and elevate governance in the era of Active Metadata Management.Team Up with Industry Giants – Work hand-in-hand with Fortune 500 companies and game-changing startups, becoming their go-to expert for data success.Drive Real-World Impact – Help customers unlock serious ROI by optimising their metadata management and fuelling their data-driven success.Shape the Future – Your insights matter! Play a key role in refining Atlan’s solutions and making an impact on the data community. The MissionAt Atlan, we want to be the fastest learning and iterating company in the world. In this role, you’ll design and drive the rhythms, rituals, and systems that help Atlan scale with clarity, speed, and purpose, to make that vision real. Your work will shape how strategy turns into execution, how teams stay aligned, and how we build a company that gets better, faster—every single week. You will work as a strategic partner to the C-Suite in building the most well-run company of our generation. What You’ll Drive Build the Operating System of the Company: Establish the planning and execution infrastructure that keeps Atlan aligned and moving forward.Design and operationalise our quarterly planning, OKRs, QBRs, and leadership cadencesBuild company-wide business review systems that drive insight, accountability, and actionCodify how we work—from principles and rituals to templates and decision frameworks - and drive adoption across the organization Drive Strategic Cross-Functional Initiatives: Bring clarity and structure to programs that cut across functions and drive transformation.Set outcomes, align stakeholders, and ensure accountabilityTrack progress, surface roadblocks, and ensure momentumSet the gold standard for what great cross-functional execution looks like at Atlan Align Strategy With Execution: Ensure the entire company is focused on what matters most.Own internal company cadences—town halls, all-hands, strategic updatesTranslate our company strategy into tools, systems, and communication that teams use to focusBuild shared understanding of what matters, why it matters, and how we’ll get there Improve How We Operate, Every Day: Help Atlan move faster, with less friction and more clarity.Identify bottlenecks, friction, and misalignment across the companyBuild systems that unlock leverage — through better decisions, better communication, and better toolsContinuously raise the bar for operational excellence & maturity across the org What Success Looks LikeOur planning and review systems are adopted, trusted, and driving actionCross-functional strategic initiatives launch with clarity and land with resultsTeams feel aligned, informed, and empowered to executeAtlan runs with rhythm and resilience—making speed and learning our default You Might Be a Fit If You...Have 5+ years of experience in chief of staff, business operations, consulting, product ops, or strategy rolesHave helped build or scale operating systems in high-growth companiesAre AI-native — you instinctively use AI native tools to 10x your thinking and workflows. You don’t just use AI—you think with it: faster documentation, smarter systems, better decisions.Thrive in ambiguity and take ownership for bringing order, clarity, and pace — but you are systems-minded and bring structure where there’s ambiguity, and momentum where there’s inertia.Care deeply about building culture and systems that help people do the best work of their lives.Why Atlan for You?At Atlan, we believe the future belongs to the humans of data. From curing diseases to advancing space exploration, data teams are powering humanity's greatest achievements. Yet, working with data can be chaotic—our mission is to transform that experience. We're reimagining how data teams collaborate by building the home they deserve, enabling them to create winning data cultures and drive meaningful progress.Joining Atlan means:Ownership from Day One: Whether you're an intern or a full-time teammate, you’ll own impactful projects, chart your growth, and collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry.Limitless Opportunities: At Atlan, your growth has no boundaries. If you’re ready to take initiative, the sky’s the limit.A Global Data Community: We’re deeply embedded in the modern data stack, contributing to open-source projects, sponsoring meet-ups, and empowering team members to grow through conferences and learning opportunities.As a fast-growing, fully remote company trusted by global leaders like Cisco, Nasdaq, and HubSpot, we’re creating a category-defining platform for data and AI governance. Backed by top investors, we’ve achieved 7X revenue growth in two years and are building a talented team spanning 15+ countries.If you’re ready to do your life’s best work and help shape the future of data collaboration, join Atlan and become part of a mission to empower the humans of data to achieve more, together.We are an equal opportunity employerAt Atlan, we’re committed to helping data teams do their lives’ best work. We believe that diversity and authenticity are the cornerstones of innovation, and by embracing varied perspectives and experiences, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives. Atlan is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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