Chief Strategic Officer

15 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Laing O'Rourke Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a Chief Strategic Officer based in Sydney. This role offers excellent career prospects with a leading privately-owned tier 1 constructor and international engineering enterprise, providing a salary of $220,000 per annum.

Job Description

The Chief Strategic Officer plays a pivotal role in shaping and driving the strategic direction of the organisation. This position is responsible for initiating and coordinating discussions regarding the company's mission, vision, and strategy, developing comprehensive models and strategy documents, and analysing data to draw conclusions about social, technological, economic, and political developments that impact the organisation.

The Chief Strategic Officer collaborates closely with various departments to ensure alignment and effective execution of strategic initiatives, ultimately guiding the organisation towards sustainable growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of corporate strategy, applying functional expertise to test the viability of the strategy and contributing creative ideas and insights to support the strategy formation process.
  • Develop and refine strategies that drive business growth, competitive advantage, and profit growth, ensuring that the organisation remains ahead of market trends and competitors.
  • Analyse and interpret data and documents to draw conclusions about social, technological, economic, and political developments and their consequences for the company.
  • Work closely with various departments, including marketing, IT, and customer service, and engage with internal and external stakeholders to develop constructive, transparent relationships and ensure their input is considered in strategic decisions.
  • Provide support in the delivery of strategic initiatives, ensuring that projects are executed effectively and align with the overall strategic goals of the organisation.
  • Monitor the performance of strategic initiatives, using key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess progress and make necessary adjustments.
About You
  • A minimum of 15 years of work experience, preferably in a combination of top-tier management consulting and corporate in-house strategy.
  • Experience in construction or engineering is preferred; alternatively, industrial goods experience is also accepted.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field. An MBA is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Proficiency in analysing complex data and drawing meaningful insights to inform strategic decisions.
  • Proficiency in identifying and managing risks associated with strategic initiatives.
  • A deep understanding of the construction industry and market trends.
Benefits

We strive to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected, and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. Our benefits include:

  • Specialised learning and development programs.
  • A mental health and wellbeing program.
  • Industry-leading paid parental leave policy.
  • An additional purchased leave option.
  • Coaching programs for staff on parental leave.
Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O'Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

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