Head of Strategy

This is a Head of Strategy & Delivery/Chief of Staff role with Brighte based in Sydney, NSW, AU
== Brighte ==

Role Seniority - senior

More about the Head of Strategy & Delivery/Chief of Staff role at Brighte

About Brighte

Brighte is accelerating Australia's transition to clean energy by making it affordable and accessible for every home and business. As a founder-led tech company in a critical growth phase, we're building the platform that powers the uptake of solar, batteries and home electrification - at scale.

With an ambitious three-year strategy underway, we're entering a phase where strategic clarity and disciplined execution are critical. The CEO remains hands-on in shaping Brighte's strategic direction, but as the business scales, we're looking for a partner who can help structure and drive delivery of our most important priorities with clarity and focus.

We're a lean, focused team that moves fast. We prioritise impact over hierarchy, and this role is designed for someone who thrives in a resource-constrained environment - optimising what we have rather than building layers.

About the Role

This is a hybrid role designed for a senior operator who brings both strategic capability and delivery muscle. You will be a thought partner to the CEO, a driver of enterprise-wide execution, and a connector across the leadership team.

You may have held titles like Chief of Staff, Head of Strategy, GM, Strategic Operations, or even Founder. What matters most is your ability to think clearly, lead cross-functionally, and make complex things simpler - and faster.

This role is not about shielding the CEO. We believe strategy is best when it's shared. You'll work closely with the CEO and our Leadership Team, amplifying - not replacing - those relationships. You'll help create leverage, not distance.

What You'll Do

• Strategy Sparring & Development

• Collaborate with the CEO to shape and refine Brighte's strategy - bringing structured thinking, models, and challenge to support high-quality decision-making.

• Codify strategy into clear frameworks, choices, and trade-offs to support execution across the business.

• Strategic Planning & Delivery

• Own the OKR and strategic planning process, linking the 3-year vision to annual planning, budget cycles, and quarterly priorities.

• Refine and scale Brighte's delivery engine - ensuring priorities are clear, progress is transparent, and blockers are removed.

• Lead a small but high-performing team of Delivery Managers and BAs, supporting execution across departments.

• CEO Enablement & Leadership Support

• Oversee the small, high-impact support function around the CEO, including managing the EA and ensuring the CEO is fully prepared for board meetings, investor engagements.

• Drive effective executive coordination, helping the CEO stay focused on the most strategic priorities while ensuring the right flow of information, follow-through, and stakeholder communication.

• Coordinate and drive the rhythm of the Leadership Team (LT)—including developing a planning calendar, ensuring weekly meetings are focused and outcomes-driven, and establishing a regular cadence of offsites and connection points.

• Step in to support the LT as needed - helping resolve blockers, share feedback, or progress decisions when the CEO is unavailable, while reinforcing clarity and momentum across the team.

• Act as a trusted extension of the CEO - amplifying visibility and connection, not creating distance.

• Operational Agility & Problem-Solving

• Jump into critical projects or problem areas to get things moving, remove friction, or "fix what's broken" in real time.

• Bring a practical, no-ego approach to execution - you're comfortable switching between strategy sessions and fixing operational weeds.

What You Bring

• Undergraduate degree is essential, ideally in business, commerce, law, engineering, or economics.

• Postgraduate qualifications highly regarded - such as an MBA, MPP, or Master's in Strategy, Public Policy, or Sustainability.

• 10–15+ years of experience across strategy, operations, or leadership roles in high-growth environments.

• Strong foundation in strategic thinking - consulting, corporate strategy, or a commercial leadership role where you've shaped direction and made trade-offs.

• Demonstrated experience turning strategy into action, leading delivery rhythms, cross-functional initiatives, and performance frameworks.

• You're a connector and influencer and people trust your judgment - you know how to bring others on the journey.

• Proven ability to operate in lean, high-growth environments - you know how to deliver results without needing large teams or complex structures.

• You lead without ego. You're here to partner, not to gatekeep.

What's in it for you?

• You'll get the opportunity to work in a space where strategy meets delivery, and where clean energy meets fintech. This is a high-impact role at the centre of a purpose-led, founder-led business with direct exposure to the CEO, board, and executive decision-making.

• Flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs and a hybrid work model. Our office is designed for collaboration, creativity and balance between office engagement and remote flexibility. Our in-office days are Monday through Thursday (4 days), with Friday as a remote day.

• Free lunch Yes, there is such a thing Kickstart your week with our Monday Mingle meaning lunch on us and great company. From tacos, to sushi, to charcoal chicken, it's a delicious way to catch up, unwind and connect.

• Get social. We host a range of social activities at Brighte. A fan-favorite being our weekly Thursday social event, where you can catch up with colleagues over a drink, snack and a game of table tennis.

• Snacks galore – who doesn't love that? Our thoughtfully stocked pantry includes snacks to suit your every mood. Fresh bread, protein bars, popcorn, fresh fruit, chocolate, soy crisps, cookies – you name it We also offer a carefully curated collection of wines and beer on tap for those looking to unwind or enjoy a social moment.

• End-of-trip facilities. Cycle in to work, lock up your wheels and have a shower in our end-of-trip facilities, which come complete with towel service and hair dryers.

• Anniversary leave - your dedication at Brighte won't go unnoticed. Enjoy an extra day to celebrate your work anniversary with us.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Brighte, we celebrate diversity and encourage you to bring your whole self to work. Our inclusive culture is the foundation of our innovative and dynamic environment.

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Named LinkedIn's #10 Top Australian Start Up (2021), we know we wouldn't be anywhere without our investors, who believe in oaur mission and the opportunities that lie ahead for a brighter future.

Airtree Ventures, Grok Investments, Kim Jackson and Scott Farquhar's Skip Capital, and Qualgro Partners all continue to support Brighte in making this dream a reality

If you want to join this mission-driven, inclusive, and highly collaborative team, click apply and upload your resume All applicants will receive a response.

As part of our process, we require all candidates to undertake references and background checks, which include a police check, anti-money laundering and bankruptcy checks.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning new things all the time and the Brighte team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the CEO
• Owning the OKR process
• Leading a high-performing team

Key Strengths

• Strategic thinking
• Leadership
• Operational agility
• Project management
• Communication
• Analytical skills

Why Brighte is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that's right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with Brighte not with Hatch.

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