# Chief of Staff to the CEO at Nubank

- Company: Nubank
- What the company does: Backed by Sequoia, Founders Fund and Redpoint.
- Company website: https://www.nubank.com.br/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Palo Alto
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-10-27
- Apply by: 2026-12-11
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/nubank/f22a00d4-640b-41e0-9467-80c3dbd178c7?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/nubank-chief-of-staff-to-the-ceo/

## About the role

The Chief of Staff to the CEO is the closest partner to David Vélez and a force multiplier for his agenda. This person makes sure the CEO spends his time on what matters most, arrives at every important conversation prepared, and sees every commitment through. They act as candid, apolitical counsel on what is really happening across Nu, with the judgment to escalate the topics to the CEO and maximize his impact. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a top-tier university in finance, economics, engineering, business or a related field, MBA or equivalent is a plus
- Industry knowledge: Financial services, fintech or technology, exposure to public-company environments (earnings, investor relations, governance) is an advantage
- Technical skills: Exceptional written communication that boils complex material down to its essence, and comfort using AI tools as part of daily work
- The following executive leadership skills serve as a reference for senior leadership levels at Nu, setting expectations that grow with increasing complexity, ambiguity and influence
- Business Acumen: Drives strategic business alignment at Nu by analyzing market dynamics, identifying opportunities, and ensuring informed decision-making to influence organizational direction
- Communication: Masters complex communication, mentoring others, fostering open dialogue, and adapting strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness

Tags: Executive

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