Chief of Staff to Vice President, Business Development & Finance
Kairos Power
Location
Alameda, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
Dec 13, 2025
Compensation
USD 209400 – 261800
Mission
What you will drive
- Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the Vice President of Business Development & Finance and commercial leadership team, including supporting the development of commercial and business strategies
- Drive the successful execution of strategic programs in alignment with company objectives, ensuring follow-through and accountability across functions
- Facilitate effective decision-making for the VP of Business Development & Finance by managing meeting preparation, synthesizing complex information into clear recommendations, and representing the VP in meetings as appropriate
- Serve as liaison between the VP, commercial leaders, cross-functional leaders, and external partners, ensuring clear communication on priorities, progress, and risks
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role supports Kairos Power's mission to enable the world's transition to clean energy through commercialization of advanced nuclear reactor technology, which aims to dramatically improve people's quality of life while protecting the environment.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, or similar field; advanced degree (MBA, MS in Engineering/Technology Management) is preferred
- 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in executive support, program management, or strategic development/operations, ideally in a leading business consultancy or technical or R&D-driven organization
- Proven experience organizing and directing multiple teams and working directly with senior executives
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver executive-level communications
Benefits
What's in it for you
Competitive compensation packages, medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents, paid vacation, 401(k) and pre-tax health insurance, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA).
About
Inside Kairos Power
Kairos Power is a nuclear energy technology and engineering company whose mission is to enable the world's transition to clean energy through commercialization of fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactors that provide robust safety, affordable costs, and flexible operation.