What is the C-suite?

They are the most powerful people in any company, but how do you join the ranks? Read on to learn about the roles and responsibilities of the C-suite

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The C-suite comprises the highest-ranking, most powerful figures in an organisation. C-level roles – so-called because ‘C’ stands for ‘chief’ – are responsible for leading a business and the respective department. 

What positions are in the C-suite?

The traditional C-suite covers an organisation’s core functions (finance, human resources, marketing, operations and technology). But as businesses and their needs evolve, new C-suite roles are created.