Chief of Staff Jobs in New York

Find practical hiring guidance for Chief of Staff roles in New York fintech, from compensation benchmarks to search strategy and candidate fit. Built for firms navigating fast growth, investor expectations, and the pace of NYC hiring, this guide helps founders and operators make stronger executive hires with less guesswork.

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Our Chief of Staff Hiring Services

Specialized hiring support for fintech firms building strategic leadership teams in New York.

Executive Search

A bespoke search model for senior hires, designed to identify high-caliber Chief of Staff candidates through targeted outreach, market mapping, and close partnership with hiring leaders.

Permanent Hiring

Support for full-time Chief of Staff recruitment using Wayoh's network of qualified professionals, helping fintech firms reach active and passive candidates beyond internal sourcing channels.

FinTech Talent

Sector-specific hiring support for Seed to Series C fintech companies, including operations and strategy roles such as Chief of Staff, business operations, and program leadership.

Executive recruitment process for a Chief of Staff role

Our Chief of Staff Hiring Process

Define Role Scope And Priorities

Wayoh works with founders and leadership teams to clarify what the Chief of Staff role should own, from strategic planning and cross-functional execution to board prep, hiring support, and special projects.

Benchmark New York Compensation

Target Relevant Fintech Operators

Assess Fit Beyond The Resume

Support Offer And Onboarding

Trusted By Fintechs

Success Stories

See how strategic hiring support helps firms secure critical leadership talent faster.

"Matt demonstrates an excellent understanding of the Compliance market. I would highly recommend Matt to any senior level professional either looking to change job or to bring in staff to join their team."

Mark Webb

"Matt is an exceptional recruiter who stands out for his speed, professionalism, and deep expertise. From start to finish, he demonstrates an impressive level of knowledge, quickly grasping the nuances of my experience and aligning it perfectly with opportunities. His ability to move swiftly without sacrificing attention to detail was..."

Victoria Howard

"Matt is amazing, he takes the time to match you with a role that truly compliments your skills. Matt communicates effectively and ensures that his clients are informed about each and every step of the process. He goes the extra mile and advocates for his candidates."

Gwendolyn Lankford

"My experience working with Matt as a recruitment client has been exceptional. Matt had a bank position he was working on and proactively searched for candidates. He located my LinkedIn profile, and my experience matched the position. He reached out to me on a Thursday to discuss the position, set..."

Gary Haley

"Matt has an extensive network of compliance professionals and in our time working together, brought numerous tailor-made roles for my review. I would not have been aware of these roles if it were not for him. He was very transparent throughout the process and easy to work with; my experience..."

Kevin Lee

"In my efforts to staff numerous departments en masse at the same time, working with Matt was an incredible boon in meeting our time-to-fill for our positions. He is extremely professional and will always work with you whether it's shifting needs and timetables, candidate expectancy, or specific qualifications for new..."

Anthony Tung

"Matt was one of the best talent hunters I've ever worked with! He brought us quality resumes and was very timely in facilitating interviews and securing employment agreements. His candidates were just what we were looking for!"

Dave Hales

"When presented with an opportunity, would you take it? This question came to my mind after I received a message from Matt Lang, the founder of Wayoh Financial Services Recruiting, about a job opening. The role involves overseeing a Compliance Program focusing on FDIC, Regulatory Change, and Vendor Risk Management..."

Ronald Parham

"Matt was extremely dedicated and helpful in assisting me with not only landing my new position, but also improved the ease at which I was able to be onboarded to that role. His attention to detail when it comes to ensuring candidates understand the scope of the position, assessing for..."

Eric Spence

"Matt is a great leader and always finds the right candidate for top executive positions. I highly recommend Matt and his team."

Patricia Berbia

"Working with Matt has been the best recruiting experience. He took the time to understand my goals and presented me with opportunities that truly matched my skills. He has gone the extra mile, in every step of the way. He communicated timely and effectively. Would highly recommend working with Matt..."

Juan Rosas

"Matt is one of best and I like to work with him as he really stands in your shoes and takes care of all of your considerations."

Stacy Liu

"Matt demonstrates an excellent understanding of the Compliance market. I would highly recommend Matt to any senior level professional either looking to change job or to bring in staff to join their team."

Mark Webb

"Matt is an exceptional recruiter who stands out for his speed, professionalism, and deep expertise. From start to finish, he demonstrates an impressive level of knowledge, quickly grasping the nuances of my experience and aligning it perfectly with opportunities. His ability to move swiftly without sacrificing attention to detail was..."

Victoria Howard

"Matt is amazing, he takes the time to match you with a role that truly compliments your skills. Matt communicates effectively and ensures that his clients are informed about each and every step of the process. He goes the extra mile and advocates for his candidates."

Gwendolyn Lankford

"My experience working with Matt as a recruitment client has been exceptional. Matt had a bank position he was working on and proactively searched for candidates. He located my LinkedIn profile, and my experience matched the position. He reached out to me on a Thursday to discuss the position, set..."

Gary Haley

"Matt has an extensive network of compliance professionals and in our time working together, brought numerous tailor-made roles for my review. I would not have been aware of these roles if it were not for him. He was very transparent throughout the process and easy to work with; my experience..."

Kevin Lee

"In my efforts to staff numerous departments en masse at the same time, working with Matt was an incredible boon in meeting our time-to-fill for our positions. He is extremely professional and will always work with you whether it's shifting needs and timetables, candidate expectancy, or specific qualifications for new..."

Anthony Tung

"Matt was one of the best talent hunters I've ever worked with! He brought us quality resumes and was very timely in facilitating interviews and securing employment agreements. His candidates were just what we were looking for!"

Dave Hales

"When presented with an opportunity, would you take it? This question came to my mind after I received a message from Matt Lang, the founder of Wayoh Financial Services Recruiting, about a job opening. The role involves overseeing a Compliance Program focusing on FDIC, Regulatory Change, and Vendor Risk Management..."

Ronald Parham

"Matt was extremely dedicated and helpful in assisting me with not only landing my new position, but also improved the ease at which I was able to be onboarded to that role. His attention to detail when it comes to ensuring candidates understand the scope of the position, assessing for..."

Eric Spence

"Matt is a great leader and always finds the right candidate for top executive positions. I highly recommend Matt and his team."

Patricia Berbia

"Working with Matt has been the best recruiting experience. He took the time to understand my goals and presented me with opportunities that truly matched my skills. He has gone the extra mile, in every step of the way. He communicated timely and effectively. Would highly recommend working with Matt..."

Juan Rosas

"Matt is one of best and I like to work with him as he really stands in your shoes and takes care of all of your considerations."

Stacy Liu

"Matt demonstrates an excellent understanding of the Compliance market. I would highly recommend Matt to any senior level professional either looking to change job or to bring in staff to join their team."

Mark Webb

"Matt is an exceptional recruiter who stands out for his speed, professionalism, and deep expertise. From start to finish, he demonstrates an impressive level of knowledge, quickly grasping the nuances of my experience and aligning it perfectly with opportunities. His ability to move swiftly without sacrificing attention to detail was..."

Victoria Howard

"Matt is amazing, he takes the time to match you with a role that truly compliments your skills. Matt communicates effectively and ensures that his clients are informed about each and every step of the process. He goes the extra mile and advocates for his candidates."

Gwendolyn Lankford

"My experience working with Matt as a recruitment client has been exceptional. Matt had a bank position he was working on and proactively searched for candidates. He located my LinkedIn profile, and my experience matched the position. He reached out to me on a Thursday to discuss the position, set..."

Gary Haley

"Matt has an extensive network of compliance professionals and in our time working together, brought numerous tailor-made roles for my review. I would not have been aware of these roles if it were not for him. He was very transparent throughout the process and easy to work with; my experience..."

Kevin Lee

"In my efforts to staff numerous departments en masse at the same time, working with Matt was an incredible boon in meeting our time-to-fill for our positions. He is extremely professional and will always work with you whether it's shifting needs and timetables, candidate expectancy, or specific qualifications for new..."

Anthony Tung

"Matt was one of the best talent hunters I've ever worked with! He brought us quality resumes and was very timely in facilitating interviews and securing employment agreements. His candidates were just what we were looking for!"

Dave Hales

"When presented with an opportunity, would you take it? This question came to my mind after I received a message from Matt Lang, the founder of Wayoh Financial Services Recruiting, about a job opening. The role involves overseeing a Compliance Program focusing on FDIC, Regulatory Change, and Vendor Risk Management..."

Ronald Parham

"Matt was extremely dedicated and helpful in assisting me with not only landing my new position, but also improved the ease at which I was able to be onboarded to that role. His attention to detail when it comes to ensuring candidates understand the scope of the position, assessing for..."

Eric Spence

"Matt is a great leader and always finds the right candidate for top executive positions. I highly recommend Matt and his team."

Patricia Berbia

"Working with Matt has been the best recruiting experience. He took the time to understand my goals and presented me with opportunities that truly matched my skills. He has gone the extra mile, in every step of the way. He communicated timely and effectively. Would highly recommend working with Matt..."

Juan Rosas

"Matt is one of best and I like to work with him as he really stands in your shoes and takes care of all of your considerations."

Stacy Liu
The Wayoh Difference

Why Choose Wayoh?

Wayoh brings specialist market knowledge and a relationship-led search approach to critical fintech hiring.

Specialist Focus

Deep experience across fintech, banking, and regulated growth roles improves candidate relevance from the start.

Real Networks

Wayoh prioritizes personal relationships over databases, valuable in New York's competitive executive hiring market.

Proven Track Record

With 500+ professionals placed, the team brings tested search discipline to high-impact leadership hires.

End-To-End Support

From compensation guidance to onboarding, Wayoh supports fintech firms through every hiring stage.

About The Wayoh Team

Experienced recruiters for strategic fintech hiring.

Wayoh has spent more than 10 years supporting hiring across financial services and high-growth sectors, placing over 500 professionals in roles that shape how businesses scale. The firm began in traditional banking and expanded into fintech and healthtech as client needs evolved toward innovation, compliance, and growth. For New York fintech firms, that background matters: the team understands the pace of hiring in NYC, the competition for strategic operators, and the need for leaders who can navigate both execution and regulatory complexity. Wayoh's vision is rooted in real market knowledge, real relationships, and practical hiring support that helps companies make critical hires with confidence.

500+Professionals placed across core markets
10+ YearsExperience in financial services hiring
FinTech FocusSupport for Seed to Series C growth

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a chief of staff make in NYC?

Chief of Staff compensation in NYC varies by company stage, scope, and reporting line, but fintech firms typically benchmark against senior operations or strategy roles. Packages often include base salary, bonus, and sometimes equity. Early-stage companies may trade some cash for upside, while later-stage firms usually offer more structured compensation bands and clearer executive-level benefits.

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