Chiefs of Staff in Germany
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Richard Trtanj
Last position:
Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH at Staffbase
- Managing the regional GTM rollout in close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Finance and Analytics – converting strategy into measurable outcomes
- Responsibility for the regional Annual Operating Plan: aligning targets, capacity and investments to meet Net New cARR within Sales & Marketing budgets
- Operational excellence across the entire revenue funnel: improving pipeline quality, forecast accuracy, conversion rates and goal achievement through strong governance and data integrity
- Design of territory, quota and capacity models; accelerating onboarding and ramp-up times for new sales reps in close collaboration with enablement
- Development and continuous improvement of KPI dashboards and quarterly business reviews as a key decision-making tool for regional and global leadership
- Translating regional insights into globally scalable GTM processes and best practices – directly contributing to the global commercial operations strategy
Sascha Schuster
Last position:
Company Operations Officer at GebJgBtl 233
- Responsible for command post operations and leadership support
Kevin Gleinig
Last position:
Chief of Staff & PMI Director at Devoteam GmbH
- Interface role between executive management, HR, and operational units with a focus on integration
- Led the PMI program as part of an acquisition, focusing on cultural integration, organizational structure, and employee retention
- Developed and implemented employee development initiatives in close coordination with HR leadership and the works council
- Worked directly with the CEO on strategic planning, analysis, and executive communication
Tasneem Wadee
Last position:
Fractional COO / Chief of Staff at Ecocatalytic Recycling & Unimax Refinery
Two high-growth environmental circular-economy businesses specialising in sustainable recycling and refinery of e-waste, catalytic converters, and non-ferrous precious metals / Platinum Group Metals (PGMs: platinum, palladium, rhodium)
Strategy execution, growth & scalability: execute organisational strategy focused on sustainable growth and preparing scalable business models across countries and multiple business units
Executive advisory & leadership support: strategic advisor to executive team through insights, data-driven analysis and scenario planning to guide high-impact decisions and long-term direction
Acquisitions & strategic partnerships: supported expansion initiatives, including the acquisitions of Blackpool and Atlas Group, and strengthening of supplier partnerships with Mairec (Germany) and Petra Recycling Europe (Spain)
Project management & operations support: advised on systems implementation, workflow optimisation, process improvements, and development of performance metrics
Dimitrios Goulas
Last position:
Deputy Commander | Chief of Staff at Multinational Geospatial Support Group
Enhanced unit performance by introducing innovative products such as on-demand maps and 3D digital twins
Steered evolution of the unit’s mindset from task-based to service-based by overseeing implementation of a dynamic geoportal for the provision of cutting-edge geospatial services to EU and NATO bodies
Embedded stronger cooperation and workload handling in collaboration with EU and NATO by communicating with stakeholders to discuss their needs and adjusting resources to deliver the anticipated level of work
Oversees delivery of MNGSG’s annual work programme and support to the MNGSG Planning and Resources Committee (PRC)
Directs implementation of the multinational “Technical Arrangement concerning the MNGSG,” including facilitating activities arising from the Coordination Board that oversees MNGSG staffing issues
Manages all workforce and employment issues relating to a team of 25 officers and NCOs, including leading, coaching, mentoring and providing professional direction; assigning and reviewing work and assessing performance; managing issues relating to conduct, concern or capability; implementing new or changed work procedures
Coordinates the operational activity of MNGSG branches and admin office
Represents MNGSG at major EU and NATO conferences
Anand Mohan
Last position:
Strategy Partner to the CEO → Chief of Staff at KYP.ai GmbH
- Advised CEO and C-Suite on high impact strategic initiatives, delivering structured analysis and insights, and leading execution
- Developed advisory board materials and led strategy reviews, aligning business KPIs, ARR growth, and the strategic roadmap
- Implemented OKR/goal-setting framework, cascaded revenue targets for 3x ARR growth, and facilitated leadership alignment
- Developed & led a Go to Market strategy, targeting workforce analytics market (market size:$6b); 15% ARR growth projected
- Streamlined BD & sales process, resulting in improved performance; SQL increased by 1.5X, and pipeline grew by 20%
- Built & maintained financial model for budgeting and resource allocation, providing data driven insights to the CEO and the COO
- Led KYP to achieve leadership position in 2 leading analyst quadrants: Everest Peak Matrix, Zinnov Zones for process intelligence
Christopher Sorg
Last position:
Founder at Re-Build Finance
Haley Meng
Last position:
Chief of Staff and Managing Director at Cobalt
- Led annual strategic planning cycles and ensured top-down, bottom-up alignment and execution
- Owned corporate governance, including Board meeting materials
- Implemented OKRs and ran them company-wide, ensuring multi-directional alignment
- Led and implemented operating cadence for Executive Team; managed weekly meetings and quarterly offsites
- Owned internal communications
- Led annual pricing and packaging strategy and executed on new tiered offerings; advised Chief Revenue Officer on annual go-to-market strategy including segment sizing and team design and roles and responsibilities
- Led three rounds of business restructuring, including new target operating model and organization design, and execution of personnel changes
- Quickly ramped six new executive team members, including two CEOs
Birgit Wahrenburg-Jähnke
Last position:
Head of the Digitalization Staff Unit / Digitalization Officer at Regional Church Office of the Evangelical Church of Kurhessen-Waldeck
- Managed the digitalization staff unit at the Kassel Regional Church Office.
- Developed a digital transformation strategy for the regional church together with the Digitalization Committee.
- Strengthened and expanded the EKKW intranet portal using SharePoint Online.
- Conducted assessments through numerous expert interviews.
- Initiated and guided innovation processes.
- Supported church parishes in using resources more efficiently.
- Assisted in reducing pastors' workload through digital administrative simplification.
- Encouraged volunteer involvement by removing organizational barriers.
Jens Christenhuß
Last position:
Fractional Chief of Staff & COO at Freelance
- Hands-on project lead in the field of operations, with a strong expertise in digital transformation, process optimization and web stores
- Interim lead in B2C marketing and lead for a People & Culture function
Tam Truong
Last position:
Chief of Staff - Revenue at Everphone
- Act as a direct thought partner to the executive team, turning strategic priorities into concrete plans, metrics, and execution roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional initiatives spanning Sales, Operations, and Product, removing blockers and ensuring fast, aligned execution
- Prepare high-stakes decision contexts for board and investor meetings, synthesizing complex data into crisp narratives and clear trade-offs
- Identify and evaluate new growth and monetization opportunities through market, customer, and competitive analysis
- Design and operationalize KPI and performance management frameworks to increase accountability and execution speed
- Own a company-wide sales transformation initiative, including incentive design, target setting, and rollout, directly supporting revenue scalability
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Chiefs of Staff statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years
Position duration
3.4 years
Positions per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Project Management, Strategy, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Education
Certification focus areas
Strategy, Project Management, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
70%
Doctorate
30%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
91%
Based on our profile pool as of 6 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates for Chiefs of Staff in Germany
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 6 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Chiefs of Staff experts industry focus
See where the role earns the most, city by city against the national average — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (73%)
- Professional Services (73%)
- Education (45%)
- Advertising (36%)
- Media and Entertainment (36%)
- Aerospace and Defense (27%)
- Food and Beverage (27%)
- Government and Administration (27%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
What they do A Chief of Staff turns executive priorities into clear action. They keep the leadership agenda focused, prepare decisions, and make sure the right people move in the right order.
- Build and track strategic initiatives
- Prepare leadership meetings and board materials
- Coordinate across finance, sales, operations, and HR
- Follow up on owners, deadlines, and open risks
- Shape communication between executives and teams
Typical work This role is often used for executive office support, strategic operations, and internal alignment. A strong Chief of Staff can run planning cycles, clean up messy priorities, and bring structure to fast-changing work.
They may also support PMO work, investor updates, hiring coordination, or change programs. In Germany, companies often bring in freelance Chiefs of Staff when leadership needs senior support without waiting for a permanent hire.
Core skills
- Clear writing for memos, updates, and decision papers
- Strong stakeholder management at C-level
- Structured thinking and calm prioritization
- Confident use of Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools
- Ability to work with OKRs, KPIs, and project plans
The best candidates combine business judgment with precision. They do not just organize work. They decide what matters, what can wait, and what needs executive attention now.
When to hire Bring in a freelance Chief of Staff when the CEO, COO, or founding team is overloaded, when a major initiative needs coordination, or when the company needs a trusted right hand for a defined period.
This is useful during growth, restructuring, fundraising, mergers, market entry, or after rapid team expansion. For Germany-based teams, strong English is often enough for international companies, while local communication matters more in German-speaking internal setups.
Strong profiles Look for people who have worked next to senior leaders, not only in general project roles. A good Chief of Staff is discreet, organized, and direct.
They should be able to:
- turn vague goals into a clear plan
- surface risks early
- keep meetings short and useful
- move information between functions without distortion
- stay effective in uncertain situations
Common setups Freelance Chiefs of Staff often work on-site with the executive team at first, then switch to a hybrid or remote setup. The right setup depends on how sensitive the work is and how much face-to-face coordination is needed.
They may be titled Chief of Staff, Executive Business Partner, or strategic operations lead. The title changes, but the work is similar when the person acts as a trusted operator for leadership.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to Chiefs of Staff.
A Chief of Staff handles executive coordination, strategic follow-up, and internal alignment. The work often includes meeting prep, decision tracking, stakeholder management, and keeping key initiatives moving. In practice, they help leadership stay focused on what matters most.
Use a Chief of Staff when the need is broader than project delivery. This role supports leadership directly, connects departments, and helps shape priorities, not just schedules. If the challenge is executive overload or cross-functional drift, a project manager alone is usually not enough.
The strongest Chief of Staff profiles combine structured thinking, sharp writing, and high trust. They need to manage senior stakeholders, prepare clean decision material, and keep complex work organized without creating noise. Domain knowledge helps, but judgment and discretion matter more.
Not exactly. An Executive Assistant usually focuses more on calendar, travel, and admin support, while an operations manager is often closer to process and execution. A Chief of Staff sits closer to leadership strategy, cross-functional coordination, and decision support.
A freelance Chief of Staff makes sense when the need is urgent, temporary, or tied to a specific phase. That includes growth periods, restructurings, investor work, or a leadership gap. It is also useful when you need senior support before you are ready for a full-time hire.
A Chief of Staff can work remotely for planning, documentation, and follow-up, but on-site time helps when trust and speed are critical. Many companies in Germany prefer a hybrid setup, especially for leadership teams that work closely together. The right mix depends on the sensitivity of the role and the pace of coordination.
Look for evidence that the Chief of Staff has improved decision-making, reduced friction, and kept leaders aligned. Good signs are crisp communication, calm handling of ambiguity, and a clear way of working with executives. Ask for concrete examples of initiatives they brought from open issue to closure.
A Chief of Staff works best with direct access to leadership, clear priorities, and fast feedback. They need context, trust, and permission to challenge weak assumptions. Without that, the role becomes underused and turns into generic coordination.
The average hourly rate for Chiefs of Staff in Germany is 121 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 968 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Chiefs of Staff in Germany, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 70% hold at least a Master's degree, and 30% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Chiefs of Staff in Germany have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Chiefs of Staff in Germany are German (100%), English (91%), and French (27%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Chiefs of Staff in Germany are Information Technology (73%), Professional Services (73%), and Education (45%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Chiefs of Staff in Germany are Project Management (100%), Strategy (100%), and Operations (91%).
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