Deputy Chief of Staff, Licensing

About FS Vector

‍FS Vector is a strategic consulting firm working at the intersection of financial services,
technology, and government. We serve clients at every stage of growth, from early-stage
ventures to global organizations, helping them navigate a rapidly evolving industry and
regulatory environment. Our team delivers advisory, government relations, and licensing
services, providing clients with a trusted partner for strategic guidance, operational insights,
and scalable solutions.

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Job Description

‍The Deputy Chief of Staff, Licensing serves as a strategic and operational partner to the
Licensing Partner, driving planning, execution, and performance across the practice area. This
role ensures that business priorities are translated into actionable plans, executed efficiently,
and tracked effectively.

The ideal candidate combines strong operational, analytical, project management, and
communication skills with the ability to align people, processes, and data around strategic
objectives.

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Key Responsibilities

Planning, Operations, & Performance Management

• Collaborate with the Licensing Partner to develop and manage annual operating
  plans, quarterly priorities, and key performance metrics.
• Track execution of strategic initiatives specific to Licensing, ensuring accountability
  and timely delivery.
• Identify, build, and implement operational and process improvements that drive
  efficiency and scalability.
• Own and maintain Salesforce Licensing dashboards and reports, ensuring data
  integrity, accuracy, and timely updates.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and resource planning in collaboration with Finance & HR.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as liaison between the Licensing practice area and other organizational
  departments (Operations, Finance, HR, Marketing, and IT).
• Streamline information flow, meeting cadence, and follow-up actions between the
  Licensing Client Delivery, Product and Business Development teams.
• Coordinate cross-departmental projects and ensure alignment to company-wide
  goals.

Leadership Support

• Prepare materials for leadership meetings, board reviews, and strategic updates.
• Represent the Licensing Partner in selected discussions and workstreams.
• Provide clear, concise updates and recommendations on business performance and
  priorities.

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Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in business operations, strategy, or project management.
• Familiarity with state financial services licensing processes is a plus
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficiency with Salesforce, Google
  Workspace and Microsoft 365.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable operating in a lean, high-impact environment with multiple priorities.

Why Join FS Vector

At FS Vector, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing Practice Area at a firm that sits at
the center of financial innovation and regulatory change. You’ll partner with Product,
Business Development, and Client Delivery teams to advance key strategic initiatives and
help accelerate the Practice Area’s growth in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision Insurance, with HSA and FSA account
  options available
• Flexible paid time off
• Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match
• Student loan assistance

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