Chief of Staff

About us

Nexl is the fast-growing LegalTech startup on a mission to elevate the business of law.

Our platform is purpose-built for law firms, and brings together CRM, collaboration, and client intelligence in one solution — empowering lawyers, marketers, and BD teams to deepen relationships, accelerate growth, and win more high-value work.

We’re backed by top global VCs, recognised as one of Australia’s fastest-growing tech companies, and expanding rapidly across APAC, the US, LATAM, and Europe, and we’re only just getting started.

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Chief of Staff to join Nexl’s Business team. This is a critical role at the heart of our growth journey, working side by side with our VP Strategy & Operations to drive cross-functional projects, execute on leadership and Board priorities, and help solve some of the company’s most complex challenges.

As Chief of Staff, you’ll have a seat at the executive table, directly shaping decision-making and influencing how Nexl grows and operates at scale. It’s an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in high-growth, fast-paced environments and is eager to make a tangible impact.

What You'll Own & Do

• Lead and deliver cross-functional strategic projects across GTM, Product, People & Culture, Finance and Operations.
• Support leadership operations by optimising cadences and preparing data-driven insights to enable key business decisions.
• Support Nexl’s strategic planning processes, including company-wide OKRs, performance metric reporting and the design and facilitation of executive offsites.
• Foster alignment and communication across the organisation by developing and executing on internal communications plans and managing key company-wide forums.
• Collaborate closely with the executive team to shape strategy and translate it into actionable outcomes for the business.

What We're Looking For

• At least 4 years of experience in high-performing environments such as consulting, investment banking, venture capital or as an operator at a tech scale-up
• A strong analytical mindset with proven skills in data-driven decision-making, financial literacy and the ability to interpret P&Ls and budgets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate across a range of audiences.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to build trust and influence without direct authority.
• Proven ability to produce clear, compelling, and visually engaging presentations for diverse audiences.
• Exceptional project management skills with a track record of managing multiple complex projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a focus on execution, ensuring tasks and projects are delivered to a high standard
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organisation

Personal Attributes:

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence.
• Comfortable owning QA and Support end-to-end in a fast-moving environment.
• Confident in defending and adapting chosen approaches as requirements evolve.
• Passionate about building high-quality products and processes from the ground up.

Life at Nexl

• Remote-first culture – Our talented teams work from all over the world, with access to co-working spaces if that suits you better
• In-person connection – We make time for team socials and off-sites, because face-to-face moments matter to us
• Transparent by default – Fortnightly all-hands to keep us engaged on company updates, project spotlights, business metrics, wins, and learnings
• Modern tools & tech – We embrace AI and automation to help you work smarter, stay focused, and do your best work
• Work-life flexibility you won’t find elsewhere – We trust you to manage your time, so you can work when and where you’re at your best
• Employee Stock Option Plan – Everyone shares in the upside. When we grow, you grow
• High-growth environment – Autonomy, purpose, and continuous learning come standard here. You'll be surrounded by great people doing great work
• Values-led culture – We’re guided by clear principles and values that shape how we work, make decisions, and support each other every day

💙 Our Values:

• Committed to Care: We genuinely care about our work and the people we serve.
• Human at the Core: Relationships and empathy guide everything we do.
• Different with Purpose: We’re not afraid to stand out. We innovate boldly, always with intention.
• Legal Through and Through: We’re proud to serve, and help reshape, the legal industry.

Even if you don’t tick every box, if you’re excited about our mission — we’d love to hear from you.