Chief Operating Officer

Gramerci; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm seeks a Chief Operating Officer to drive operational excellence in a rapidly growing healthcare organization. This role emphasizes strategic leadership, financial oversight, and the ability to manage multi-site operations. Candidates must possess a Master's degree and a proven track record in senior operational roles. The position offers no hybrid options and requires commitment to clinical excellence and patient care.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior operational roles within healthcare or multi-location organizations.
• Strong P&L responsibility, budgeting, and cost management experience.
• Demonstrated success in organizational transformation and technology implementations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive governance frameworks.
• Optimize organizational structure across all clinic locations.
• Oversee P&L performance across multiple locations.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Leadership Excellence

Communication Mastery

Education

Master of Business Administration

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented operational leader with the capability to make a significant impact on a rapidly expanding multi-state specialist medical practice. The Chief Operating Officer will join our client's executive team and drive operational excellence across multiple clinic locations spanning three states.

This is more than a role—it's an opportunity to architect the operational foundation of a healthcare organization experiencing unprecedented growth while maintaining unwavering commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care.

Your Mission

As COO, you'll serve as the strategic bridge between clinical excellence and commercial success. You'll establish robust governance frameworks, implement scalable operational systems, and lead organizational change—all while preserving the collaborative culture that defines our client's patient-centered approach.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Design and implement comprehensive governance frameworks supporting multi-state operations


• Partner with medical specialist directors to align clinical objectives with operational priorities


• Create accountability structures ensuring compliance across healthcare regulations

Operational Excellence

• Optimize organizational structure across all clinic locations


• Conduct workforce analysis and implement scalable staffing models


• Drive technology implementations and system integrations


• Establish performance metrics and continuous improvement processes

Financial Stewardship

• Oversee P&L performance across multiple locations and service lines


• Develop comprehensive budgeting frameworks and cost optimization strategies


• Lead disciplined financial planning, forecasting, and performance monitoring

Risk Management & Compliance

• Implement systematic risk identification and mitigation frameworks


• Ensure regulatory compliance across multiple state jurisdictions


• Foster culture of transparency and continuous improvement

What You Bring

Essential Qualifications

• Educational Excellence: Master of Business Administration or equivalent tertiary credentials highly regarded


• Strategic Leadership: Proven track record in senior operational roles within healthcare, professional services, or complex multi-location organizations


• Financial Acumen: Strong P&L responsibility, budgeting, and cost management experience


• Change Leadership: Demonstrated success in organizational transformation and technology implementations


• Multi-Site Operations: Experience managing operations across multiple locations or jurisdictions

Key Attributes

• Strategic Thinking: Systems-oriented approach balancing clinical and business priorities


• Leadership Excellence: Exceptional capability managing diverse professional teams


• Cultural Intelligence: Ability to implement structure while preserving collaborative culture


• Communication Mastery: Outstanding stakeholder engagement across clinical and non-clinical audiences


• Adaptability: Proven ability to thrive in fast-growth, dynamic environments

Why This Role Matters

This position offers the rare opportunity to shape the operational future of a healthcare organization committed to being recognized as best-in-field. You'll contribute directly to exceptional patient care while building sustainable, efficient operations that support continued growth and clinical excellence.

Join an organization where your strategic vision will drive meaningful impact across multiple states, diverse teams, and countless patient lives.

Important information for applicants

• This role will commence on 12th January, and we are therefore closing applications on Monday 1st December.


• Please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability to the role.


• We are only able to accept applications from candidates with unrestricted working rights in Australia.


• Candidates must be willing to complete a police check

The position is located centrally in inner Brisbane and with car parking. This role will be onsite Monday to Friday with no hybrid arrangements being offered.

Ready to lead transformational change in healthcare operations?

This executive search is conducted by Gramerci, your trusted partner in strategic talent acquisition. With over 25 years of experience in executive search, we specialize in connecting exceptional leaders with organizations poised for growth.

To enquire email: Annie Prokos [e-mail]