Chief of Staff

About the RoleWe are seeking a Chief of Staff to serve as the strategic right hand to our CEO. This is a high-trust, high-impact role for a rising strategic operator who thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments. You’ll work closely with the CEO and executive team to drive clarity, alignment, and execution of the company’s most important initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who’s equal parts thought partner, program driver, culture builder—and a future organizational leader.You’ll be stepping into a function currently led by a trusted advisor (Saki), inheriting the connective tissue role across teams and executive stakeholders. We are looking for someone who can not only continue this work but take it to the next level—with a strong blend of strategic thinking, structured execution, and interpersonal influence.What You’ll DoStrategic Execution & CEO PartnershipWork 1:1 with the CEO to brainstorm, clarify, and translate ideas into structured plans and outcomesTrack and drive execution of key initiatives, OKRs, and leadership team commitmentsShape executive communications, offsite agendas, and board materialsProgram & Portfolio LeadershipOwn cross-functional strategic projects that don’t have a clear departmental homeStep in as an interim lead or “fixer” for functions or initiatives that are under-resourced or stuckBuild systems for prioritization, tracking, and accountabilityExecutive Team EnablementPartner with executives (e.g., CFO, COO, VP of People, Head of Science) to remove friction, unlock alignment, and move critical work forwardDesign rituals and forums to help the leadership team operate as a high-performing unitIntelligence & Decision SupportGather insights on market, competitive, regulatory, and internal dynamics to inform strategyStructure ambiguous problems and surface decision-ready recommendations for the CEOCommunication & CultureShape internal narratives to keep the team informed and aligned (e.g., All Hands, newsletters)Help cultivate a transparent, inclusive, and high-performance culture in collaboration with the executive teamAct as a trusted, respected connector across technical and non-technical teams—including engineers and scientistsWho You AreStrategic Operator6+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, BizOps, or prior Chief of Staff roles—ideally in startups or fast-growing tech organizationsPrior experience in startups or high-ambiguity environments where priorities shift fast and ownership is criticalStrong executive presence with the ability to partner directly with CxOs and influence without formal authorityStructured Thinker & DoerClear, logical thinker who can distill complexity and drive executionExcellent written communicator—strong slides, structured documentation, and crisp messagingSelf-starter who thrives in ambiguity and builds systems from scratchOperates with maturity and sound judgment; able to work independently with minimal oversightCredible LeaderBrings a track record of excellence that earns trust from technical teams, including scientists and engineersHas demonstrated the ability to influence outcomes across deeply cross-functional teamsEmbodies humility, resilience, and discretion when navigating sensitive leadership issuesTechnically CuriousNo need to be a deep subject matter expert, but you’re excited to engage with hard tech (fusion, renewables, deep tech)You enjoy learning how technical systems work and can translate between scientific and business domainsCulture ContributorHigh EQ and interpersonal fluency—someone who acts as connective tissue across people and functionsPassionate about creating healthy, collaborative team culturesAble to reinforce company values through both actions and influenceFocused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.

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