ceo

CEO - Lead the company through the next stage of growth

SpeakCharlie | Stockholm, Sweden | Full-Time

About SpeakCharlie

SpeakCharlie is transforming how global businesses communicate and connect. Since 2014, we've been the trusted partner for leading companies like Nasdaq, Scania, and Spotify, delivering world-class language, culture, and communication programs that help international talent thrive in Swedish and global markets.

At our core, we're a purpose-driven, people-powered organization. Our team includes 5 full-time employees and a dynamic network of 80 part-time consultants - expert trainers and communication specialists - all united by a passion for language, learning, and cultural connection.

We believe there's a "Charlie" in everyone – that spirit of curiosity, adaptability, and drive to navigate diverse cultures and seize new opportunities. Now entering our next growth phase, we're seeking an entrepreneurial CEO to lead our expansion and scale our human-first mission globally.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to step into a purpose-driven leadership role where you'll scale a high-impact business that genuinely transforms lives and careers. You'll own the commercial strategy, shape our culture, and guide SpeakCharlie's evolution from successful scale-up to market leader. You'll lead the future of language learning and intercultural communication - in Sweden and globally

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate brings:

10+ years in B2B sales and leadership roles - ideally as Head of Sales, Commercial Director, or similar revenue-driving positions

Proven track record of scaling teams and revenue - you've built something meaningful and sustainable before

Deep passion for culture, communication, and people development - our mission resonates with your values

Sales-driven mindset - comfortable rolling up sleeves and leading from the front when needed

Entrepreneurial energy - you thrive in scale-up environments and embrace ambiguity as opportunity

Flexible and adaptable leadership style - able to pivot strategies while maintaining team momentum

Hunger to build something extraordinary - you're not just looking for your next role, you want to create lasting impact

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership

Drive our commercial expansion strategy across new markets, partnerships, and revenue streams

Collaborate with founders and board on long-term vision and on investment strategy

Operational Excellence

Lead sales performance, team development, and operational efficiency

Shape product innovation around emerging inclusion and global talent trends

Position SpeakCharlie as the go-to partner for corporate globalization challenges

Culture & People

Shape and embed an empowering, high-performance culture across all teams

Inspire and motivate a passionate team of communication experts

Maintain our human-centered approach while scaling enterprise operations

Growth Execution

Act as both visionary and implementer - ensuring ambitious goals convert into measurable results

Navigate expansion challenges with creativity and strategic thinking

Why Join SpeakCharlie?

Real Impact: Scale a purpose-driven business that helps global talent integrate, communicate, and succeed across cultures

Growth Opportunity: Shape our strategic journey during a pivotal expansion phase - your decisions will define our next chapter

Culture-First Environment: Join a team where creativity, collaboration, autonomy, and continuous learning are core values

Entrepreneurial Spirit: Work alongside passionate professionals building innovative global communication solutions

Meaningful Mission: Every day, you'll know your work is helping bridge cultural gaps and unlock human potential

Ready to Lead?

If you're excited by the prospect of scaling a business with global impact while staying true to human-centered values, we want to hear from you.

Apply by sending:
• Your CV
• A brief cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for this role and our mission

Contact: Henrik Alm, Talent Acquisition