Chief of Staff

4 weeks ago

Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Drift Energy Full time
About Drift Energy

Drift Energy is a pioneering green tech company dedicated to making a significant impact on the push towards net zero. With a strong focus on technical innovation and a commitment to environmental sustainability, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief of Staff to join our team.

As a key member of our leadership team, the Chief of Staff will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency, anticipating challenges, and finding solutions to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the business. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and visionary team that is shaping the future of renewable energy.

Key Responsibilities

The Chief of Staff will be responsible for overseeing and managing corporate strategy and activities, including recruitment, people, and capabilities activities, as well as financial planning. Key tasks will include:

  • Managing the phase 2 recruitment process and hiring remaining roles within 3 months
  • Monitoring and developing people activities to build organisational capability and improve people survey scores within 6 months
  • Leading and implementing key strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business strategies and goals, and delivering against agreed timeframes within 6-12 months
  • Providing CEO support, ensuring their time is used effectively on the most pressing issues
  • Acting as a trusted counsellor to the CEO and being an active member of the leadership team
  • Managing and escalating risks across the business and escalating as appropriate with recommended solutions
  • Building key relationships with the whole Drift Energy team, including Directors, Advisors, and Consultants
  • Establishing regular cadence with PR, HR, and Finance functions for progress and actions
  • Managing and facilitating Board of Director and Board of Advisor meetings, including building materials for these sessions
  • Improving the company's ongoing processes and organising procedures to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity
  • Supporting marketing and PR activities, including updating the website, LinkedIn, and X
  • Supporting investor fundraising activities
Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience of operational processes and effectiveness in a growing business
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work autonomously and handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to pivot quickly if required
  • Desirable experience within the Maritime and Energy sectors, project management skills, or other experiences with running agile teams
  • Exceptional communication skills and presentation skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
  • Leadership and management experience
What We Offer

Drift Energy offers a competitive salary, plus equity, 26 days holiday per year, pension, private medical insurance, and life assurance. This role will be based in the Bath office with the option to negotiate flexible working.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and welcome applications from individuals underrepresented in the deep tech and climate space. We are keen to encourage applications and interest from individuals with experience across all equality and inclusion challenges.

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