Chief of Staff – SEUR Sales

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Permanent contract
Paris
No remote work
Salary: Not specified
Skills & expertise
Cross-functional team leadership
Performance management
Collaboration and teamwork
Stakeholder management
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About Mistral

Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems across high-stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector, co-creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.

We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.

About Mistral AI

At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life. We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source, and cutting-edge models, products, and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise needs, whether on-premises or in cloud environments. Our offerings include Vibe, the AI assistant for life and work, and Forge, our platform to build frontier models

We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between France, USA, UK, Germany, Dubai and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego, and team-spirited.

Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on mistral.ai/careers.

  

Role summary

The Southern Europe Enterprise Sales organization is entering a rapid scaling phase. To support this growth, we are seeking a Chief of Staff to the VP of Revenue Europe South drive organizational effectiveness, strategic planning, and execution of high-priority cross-functional initiatives across the region.

This is a strategic role offering exceptional exposure and global impact. You will work closely with the VP of of Southern Europe Enterprise Sales to structure the team, lead strategic projects, organize internal reporting, and liaise with other teams. This phase offers a unique opportunity to build a global perspective on partnership priorities while owning critical initiatives.

  

What You Will Do

Strategic Leadership and Planning

  • Design and implement the next-stage Southern Europe Enterprise Sales operating model to support rapid headcount growth and expansion across the region (France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and emerging markets).

  • Own annual planning, OKR orchestration, and executive performance reviews to improve alignment and execution discipline.

  • Drive company-level programs involving Sales, Partnerships,, Product, Marketing, Finance, and Operations (new market entries, enterprise account launches, sales plays).

  • Lead strategic projects to leverage AI for enhancing go-to-market effectiveness.

Operational Excellence

  • Drive preparation and follow-up of executive reviews, business performance tracking, and strategic decision-making processes.

  • Structure complex problems, define execution plans, and ensure delivery against business priorities.

  • Improve the GTM operating model, processes, and organizational effectiveness to support scaling.

  • Build scalable frameworks to support GTM growth and operational efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives across the Partnership organization (Managed Service Providers, System Integrators, ISVs, …).

  • Facilitate alignment between Sales leadership and key internal stakeholders (Partnerships, Product, Finance, Marketing, etc.).

  • Serve as a point of escalation to resolve conflicts and drive decision velocity.

  • Collaborate with global teams to ensure consistency in execution across regions.

Performance and Impact

  • Track and report on executive cadence effectiveness (QBRs, planning cycles, leadership rituals).

  • Monitor strategic initiative progress and execution quality.

  • Measure stakeholder satisfaction within the GTM leadership team.

  • Improve decision velocity and clarity across the organization.

  

About You

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Information Technology, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in strategic operations, business development, GTM strategy, or consulting roles (e.g., Strategy Consultant at MBB/Tier-1/Tier-2, Business Operations, Chief of Staff, or Strategic Program Manager).

  • Executive Stakeholder Management: Experience working closely with C-level or senior leadership, high maturity in communication, influence and prioritization. Ability to operate with high autonomy and judgement

  • Scale and ambiguity mindset: Experience in fast-growing environments or high-pressure environments. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities

  • Industry Background: Experience in high-growth SaaS, AI, deeptech, or infrastructure industries. Exposure to AI, data, infrastructure, or developer-focused products is a strong plus.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location-specific perks.

For the most up-to-date details on benefits available in your location, please refer to our Benefits page.

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