Head of Strategy

Role overview

This opportunity is for a Head of Strategy in Australia’s energy sector, based in the Greater Sydney Area. The position sits at the crossroads of business, technology, innovation, and government, with a mandate to help shape priorities for the shift toward renewable energy and a more sustainable future.

The role is intended for a highly capable strategist who can tackle complex challenges, create meaningful impact, and turn strategic thinking into practical execution. It requires someone who can balance a rigorous strategic lens with real-world delivery constraints while strengthening both external influence and internal alignment.

What you will do

• Own and maintain strategic coherence across impact team strategies and cross-functional initiatives.
• Develop insights and recommendations, build consensus with the SteerCo and Board, and ensure materials are ready for decision-making.
• Continuously reassess strategy work and adjust priorities by expanding, reducing, stopping, or postponing effort as needed.
• Work closely with Impact Leads and senior stakeholders to convert strategy into action.
• Support effective strategic decisions and help resolve competing priorities across teams and initiatives.
• Partner with the Chief Strategy Officer on high-priority strategic projects and raise resourcing or support needs early.
• Lead the annual Board Strategy Workshop process with the CSO, CEO, CIO, and Board.
• Manage and grow the Strategy team, including hiring, succession planning, capability development, team culture, cadence, and tools.
• Coach Directors, Senior Managers, and Managers on complex strategy work.
• Keep a strong external viewpoint and maintain a credible professional network.
• Plan and coordinate team workload and weekly activity allocation.

What the organisation is looking for

The ideal candidate will be comfortable engaging with senior leaders and board-level stakeholders across functions. A strong focus on team culture, people development, and building an excellent workplace for the Strategy team is also essential.

• Strong strategic judgement and prioritisation ability.
• Advanced problem-solving skills across conceptual and analytical challenges, along with a solid grasp of strategy frameworks and methods.
• Ability to influence stakeholders without formal authority.
• Experience working with and influencing Board members and senior executives.
• Demonstrated leadership of senior teams or people.
• Good understanding of the energy transition landscape.
• Executive presence supported by substance and credibility.
• At least 10 years of experience in management consulting or strategy-focused roles.

Additional information

The search is being run for a highly impactful leadership role in the energy sector. Candidates with deep strategy experience, ideally gained at a top-tier consulting firm or in a similar environment, will be prioritised. Applicants from a broad range of backgrounds are welcomed, but only those whose experience aligns closely with the role’s strategic requirements will be advanced.

Applications may be submitted through the provided contact channel or directly by email to shaun@clearwaterpartners.com.au.