Chief of Staff

ExecThread; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

ExecThread is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with its founders, turning strategic priorities into action and supporting execution across the business. You will establish the operating rhythm, lead cross-functional initiatives, and keep teams aligned as the organization grows.

The ideal candidate has experience leading complex initiatives in consulting, strategy, investment banking, operations, or high-growth startups.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex strategic initiatives in consulting, strategy, investment banking, operations, or high-growth startups.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to operate with ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Partner with founders to translate strategic priorities into action.
• Establish and manage the operating rhythm and cross-functional initiatives.
• Support decision-making and keep stakeholders aligned as the company scales.
• Prepare board and shareholder reporting and handle strategic projects.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Education

MBA or equivalent

Job description

The Company is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with its founders, turning strategic priorities into action and supporting execution across the business. Responsibilities include establishing the operating rhythm, leading cross-functional initiatives, supporting decision-making, and keeping teams aligned as the organization grows. The role also covers board and shareholder reporting, strategic projects, and operational challenges. The successful candidate will bring clarity, momentum, and accountability to high-priority work.Candidates should have experience leading complex business, operational, or strategic initiatives, potentially gained in consulting, strategy, investment banking, operations, or a high-growth startup. Strong commercial and analytical skills, excellent organization and attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication are required. The role calls for sound judgment, discretion, collaboration, ownership, and comfort working through ambiguity. Curiosity about AI and how technology can improve work is also valued.

Functions:

• General Management
• Strategy
• Operations

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