Chief of Staff

Planet A Ventures

. Work closely with the Partners on strategy, investment thesis development, and fund-level initiatives .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanyLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in venture capital operations, including LP reporting cycles, fund mechanics, and investment committee processes, while effectively managing high-priority projects and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Exhibits strong emotional intelligence and adaptability in stakeholder engagement, with a focus on leveraging AI opportunities within the fund.

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Venture Capital OperationsLP Reporting CyclesInvestment Committee ProcessesCross-Functional CollaborationAI Integration in Fund Management

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Hard Skills

Fund MechanicsQuarterly LP MeetingsDDQ ResponsesPresentation DevelopmentData-Room Documentation

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceAdaptabilityStrong Follow-ThroughCuriosity About AIEntrepreneurial Spirit

Industry Keywords

Venture CapitalStartupsStrategy ConsultingInnovationEntrepreneurship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with the Partners on strategy, investment thesis development, and fund-level initiatives
Serve as a trusted sparring partner on high-priority tasks and special projects
Help maintain and strengthen relationships with LPs and network members
Support investor updates, quarterly reporting, fundraising processes, meeting preparation, and on-site due diligence
Own the quality of LP-facing materials end to end, including quarterly updates, AGM decks, DDQ responses, and data-room documents
Identify and implement improvements across internal processes and fund infrastructure
Drive smooth cross-functional communication and alignment
Drive high-leverage projects across operations, portfolio, and ecosystem initiatives
Prepare and debrief key meetings, including research, materials, and follow-through on action items
Own planning and execution of LP events, founder retreats, strategy off-sites, ecosystem gatherings, and new thematic initiatives
Help make Planet A an AI-native fund by identifying AI leverage opportunities, embedding AI into workflows and decision-making with the Data Engineer, and supporting adoption of new ways of working

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, such as VC, startups, strategy consulting, or similar
Deep understanding of innovation and entrepreneurship
Exacting standards for written work, including presentations, LP updates, AGM materials, and internal documentation
Understanding of how a VC fund operates, including fund mechanics, LP reporting cycles, quarterly LP meetings, DDQs, and investment committee processes, or ability to get up to speed quickly
Genuine curiosity about AI in a fund context and willingness to understand the fund's AI "nervous system" end to end
No software, IT, or engineering background required
Entrepreneurial spirit and high agency
Ability to identify opportunities, create structure, and involve others appropriately
Ability to align people across functions, personalities, and priorities
Ability to translate big-picture fund goals into clear actions for different teams
Strong follow-through and ability to handle sensitive information
Strong emotional intelligence and ability to adapt style to different personalities and stakeholders
Passion for building something meaningful in venture

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual personal development budget
Travel and conference budget
Urban Sports Club membership
Deutschlandticket
Corporate Discounts platform
Monthly co-working days with team lunches, dinners, or fun team activities
Bi-annual offsite gatherings with the core Planet A team