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Chief of Staff.

Reports to:  Director | Senior Claims Consultant Adjuster (CEO).
Location:  Hybrid – Attached to Colchester office with periodic London meetings.
Employment Type:  Full-Time / Permanent.

Grade: 2

 


Veritas Speciality Claims Limited are an independent claims consultancy and Loss adjusting business trusted by insurers,  reinsurers and MGAs alike, to manage lead, high-value and complex losses with precision, discretion, and insight. Our approach is rooted in integrity, technical excellence, and commercial realism. We operate as a trusted partner to our clients, delivering clarity and continuity in high-pressure scenarios.


We are a growing business with a senior team of experienced professionals, operating on a remote-first basis with a shared commitment to doing things properly.



Role Overview


The Chief of Staff will work closely with the CEO and wider leadership team to ensure the smooth and effective running of the business. This is a key strategic and operational role, suited to someone with strong organisational capabilities, commercial awareness, and exceptional discretion.


The role involves supporting senior leadership, coordinating internal initiatives, overseeing business operations, and acting as a point of continuity across teams. It is both varied and hands-on, requiring a calm and competent presence at the heart of a fast-paced consultancy environment.



Key Responsibilities


  • A member of the Senior Leadership Team.
  • Act as a trusted adviser and point of coordination to the CEO and other senior leadership
  • Manage business planning activities, internal reporting, meeting cycles, and governance processes
  • Oversee day-to-day internal operations and ensure alignment across teams and functions
  • Oversee day-to-day operation of the Human Resources function. Ensuring complaince with the various company HR policies.
  • Support recruitment, onboarding, and people operations in coordination with functional leads
  • Coordinate internal communications and act as liaison between departments and external stakeholders
  • Drive execution of strategic initiatives and ensure timely delivery of key business objectives
  • Prepare briefing documents, presentations, and written communications for internal and external use
  • Manage administrative processes, diaries, documentation, and compliance as required



Key Skills & Experience


  • Significant experience in a senior Executive Assistant, Operations, or Chief of Staff role, ideally within professional or financial services
  • Demonstrable organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities calmly and efficiently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
  • Commercially aware, with strong judgement and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
  • Comfortable working independently in a remote-first environment while maintaining connectivity and visibility across the team
  • Technologically proficient (Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, etc.)



What We Offer


  • A professional and collaborative working environment
  • Competitive packages commensurate with experience and value.
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • A hybrid model offering both flexibility and structure
  • Flexible working practices, including adaptable hours and unlimited holiday—team members are trusted to take the time they need, provided responsibilities and objectives are met (subject to fair usage)
  • Private Medical Insurance (PMI) & enhanced sick pay (six months)
  • Non-contributory workplace pension scheme
  • Staff Share Initiative (SSI) - Every team member is a shareholder in the business.



To Apply


You can apply for this role via our LinkedIn page or complete the form above attaching a copy of your latest CV.  All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.


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