Company Description Peko is an all-in-one platform that helps businesses manage payments, expenses, travel, insurance, and multiple operational workflows in a unified environment. The company focuses on simplifying complex financial and operational processes so organizations can gain better control, transparency, and efficiency. Peko’s solutions are designed for modern businesses that need integrated tools instead of fragmented systems. The company is backed by International Holding Company (IHC), providing strong support for innovation and growth. This backing enables Peko to scale its platform and expand its impact across diverse industries.
Role Description The Chief of Staff role at Peko is a full-time, on-site position based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Chief of Staff will work closely with the executive leadership team to drive strategic initiatives, streamline decision-making, and coordinate cross-functional projects across product, operations, finance, and commercial teams. Daily responsibilities include preparing executive briefings, managing leadership meeting agendas, tracking key objectives and results, and ensuring timely follow-through on action items. The role also involves analyzing business performance data, identifying operational improvements, and supporting stakeholder communications internally and externally. The Chief of Staff will act as a trusted advisor to leadership, helping prioritize initiatives, manage confidential information, and foster alignment across the company.
Qualifications

• Strong strategic planning, business analysis, and problem-solving abilities to support executive decision-making.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Project and program management experience, including structuring initiatives, setting timelines, and monitoring progress against goals.
• Background in operations, management consulting, finance, or technology-driven businesses, ideally within SaaS or fintech environments.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity.
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and adapting to evolving priorities and business needs.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is an advantage.
• Experience working in or with organizations in the Middle East region is beneficial; strong English proficiency required, Arabic a plus.