Save time. Reduce noise. Maximise velocity.
“After having Kate as my right-hand person at Wise, I knew we had to hire her again when we were building Plural. If you want to get sht done, she’s the person you want on your team.”*
**Taavet Hinrikus, Co-founder, Wise and Partner, Plural**
I’m Kate, an experienced Chief of Staff and operational leader. Over the last 15 years, I’ve worked with founders and CEOs across startups, scale-ups, IPOs, and big tech - including Google DeepMind, Wise and Plural.
I build the structures (and teams) that maximise efficiency and minimise distraction - freeing up founders to focus on what matters most, whether that’s R&D strategy or closing your next round.
I bring lessons from some of Europe’s most successful tech leaders to help early-stage companies unlock growth and scale effectively.
Every founder benefits from hiring a high-performing right-hand person (EA or Chief of Staff). The right hire increases your decision-making velocity and ensures your time is spent on the company’s highest priorities.
They prepare you for key moments, drive projects forward with your leadership team, and manage distractions before they reach you.
Most founders know they need support, but not exactly what kind. I help you work out what ‘good’ looks like for you, and then either support you fractionally for a defined period or take full ownership of the hiring process, end to end. Once we’ve identified the right hire, I lead the process and onboard them so they’re effective from day one.
I’ve spent 15 years supporting some of the most effective leaders in European tech. I’m a trusted thought partner and specialist in building right-hand structures that scale.
By working closely with you and your stakeholders, I quickly understand your business, identify gaps, and optimise how you operate.
I scope, hire, and onboard - so you don’t have to.
“Kate was instrumental in the setup of my executive office and was an exceptional strategic partner. She’s switched on, tells it like it is, and most importantly she’s great fun.”
**Colin Murdoch, CBO, Google DeepMind and President, Isomorphic Labs**
| Package | What’s involved? | Price |
|---|---|---|
| K-Lite | ||
| (end-to-end hiring design) | A short, focused engagement to define the role and run a lean hiring process from end to end. | |
| • Deep‑dive on your business, structure and needs | ||
| • Clarify what ‘great’ looks like for this hire | ||
| • Write the job description and interview plan | ||
| • Design a simple, effective hiring process | ||
| • Advise on ways of working with the new hire | Price based on scope | |
| K-Core | ||
| (fractional support) | Hands‑on support for a defined period while we figure out what you really need. | |
| • Up to 3 days/week for 6–12 weeks | ||
| • Step into the role directly | ||
| • Diagnose how you spend time and how the business runs | ||
| • Identify gaps, opportunities and the right long‑term support | ||
| • Scope the role and prepare for hiring | ||
| • Coach you on how to work effectively with an EA/CoS | Typically up to £11,500/month | |
| K-Premium | ||
| (hiring & onboarding) | End‑to‑end hiring and onboarding of your long‑term right hand. | |
| • Everything in K‑Core, plus: | ||
| • Full ownership of hiring (JD, sourcing if relevant, interviews, stakeholders, offer) | ||
| • Onboard the successful candidate so they’re effective from day one | Success fee based on salary band (TBC at scoping call) |
“Kate is the best in the business.”
**Eamon Jubbawy, Founder & CEO, Isometric and Co-founder, Onfido**