Chief of Staff - Regulated Water Utility Group

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Job description

Job Description

Pay Rate: $(phone number removed) to $(phone number removed) Per Year.

BENEFITS

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Chief of Staff to join our team, reporting directly to the CEO of the Utilities division. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a trusted partner to the CEO, playing a critical behind-the-scenes role in driving efficiency and strategic decision-making across the organization. The Chief of Staff plays a critical role in enabling the CEO to focus on high-level priorities by handling key strategic, operational, and communication tasks. Their role is multifaceted and involves both strategic thinking and tactical execution. This role is ideal for a high-performing individual who thrives on supporting executive leadership and driving impactful outcomes for the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a complementary partner to the CEO, facilitating communication and problem-solving with internal and external stakeholders. Act as a strategic advisor, supporting innovation, driving process improvements, and ensuring key initiatives move forward. Pull and analyze data to inform business decisions, develop comprehensive business review materials, and create compelling presentations for the CEO and Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Take ownership of ad hoc processes and strategic initiatives as needed to support organizational success.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Anticipate the needs of the CEO and proactively provide relevant information and context for decision-making.

Act as a point of contact between the CEO and employees or other stakeholders (Veolia Group) and manage cadence for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)

Maintain the CEO's and CFO's calendars, set up meetings, make travel arrangements and complete timesheets and expense reports.

Prepare reports, presentations, and communication materials for meetings, board presentations, and external engagements

Track progress on initiatives and provide regular updates to the CEO, SLT, and other relevant stakeholders.

Facilitate leadership team meetings, including setting agendas, tracking action items, and ensuring follow-up. Ensure that the CEO's priorities are clearly communicated and cascaded throughout the leadership team.

Assist in preparing board meeting agendas, materials, and minutes. Ensure follow-up on action items arising from executive meetings and board discussions.

Lead special projects and initiatives as directed by the CEO, ensuring they are executed effectively and within deadlines.

Manage ad-hoc processes and strategic initiatives as needed on behalf of the CEO.

Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including external partners, government agencies, and industry associations.

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