Mercury

Chief of Staff to the CEO

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5+ years of experience leading company-level strategic projects or programs, such as in management consulting, business operations, strategic operations, Chief of Staff, corporate development, product management, or other applicable roles, with a minimum of 7 years of overall experience. Strong stakeholder management skills are required, including the ability to effectively communicate and influence across various lines of business and senior-level stakeholders, and navigate teams through complex situations.

Responsibilities

The Chief of Staff to the CEO will support the CEO in driving critical, high-impact projects across a variety of business initiatives, serving as an integral thought partner to the Executive leadership team. They will own the coordination, communication, and alignment of resources for these initiatives, maintaining clear reporting to the CEO on progress and eliminating obstacles. The role involves partnering with Executive leadership, Finance, and HR / People teams to contribute to Mercury’s human capital efforts, including capacity & workforce planning, organizational development, budgeting, and other related areas. Additionally, the Chief of Staff will drive analysis and research to inform company strategy and support decision-making, and may write and edit thoughtful copy on behalf of the CEO for internal and external communication.

Skills

Stakeholder Management
Communication
Influence
Cross-functional Collaboration
Strategic Project Management

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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