BrightSpeed
Corporate Transformation Director
BrightSpeed, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Company Description
At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South. Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.
Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality: designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.
Job Description We are looking for a Corporate Transformation Director to join our growing team! In this role, you will drive enterprise-wide initiatives to accelerate value creation and deliver measurable business results. You will partner with senior leaders to identify performance gaps, remove barriers, and enable cross-functional execution across transformation programs. You will lead strategic problem solving, oversee initiative delivery, and ensure organizational alignment to achieve short- and long-term corporate objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead a portfolio of high-impact transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment to enterprise goals and rapid value realization
Identify gaps between existing initiatives and budget or long-range plan targets; diagnose root causes and define mitigation plans
Collaborate with initiative leaders to establish cross-functional enablers such as change management, data analytics, and performance tracking
Identify, validate, and define incremental opportunities beyond current initiatives to accelerate results
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and proactively recommend improvements to strengthen transformation execution and governance
Monitor initiative progress, ensuring accountability to charters, milestones, and expected outcomes
Develop and deliver executive-ready presentations and reports summarizing initiative performance, key risks, and recommended actions
Foster collaboration and alignment across business units to ensure sustainable adoption of transformation initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field from a leading university
10+ years of experience in a top-tier strategy consulting firm, or in a corporate strategy/transformation leadership role
10+ years of experience in the telecommunications industry or a closely related sector
Demonstrated career progression with increasing scope and leadership accountability
Strong analytical and structured problem‑solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous contexts
Proven track record in large‑scale transformation or change leadership programs
Excellent quantitative and data‑driven decision‑making skills
Exceptional executive presence with strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build strong partnerships across functions and influence without direct authority
Results‑oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver measurable impact in a fast‑paced environment
Bonus Points For
Corporate transformation experience within a private equity portfolio company
Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent)
Why Join Us? We aspire to contemporary ways of working. Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field‑based, depending on the position’s business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401(k) plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.
Inclusion and Belonging Inclusion and belonging are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive, and high‑quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion of all qualified individuals, including individuals with a disability/veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact accommodationrequests@brightspeed.com to initiate the accommodations process.
Privacy Notices
Brightspeed's Privacy Notice for California Residents
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Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality: designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.
Job Description We are looking for a Corporate Transformation Director to join our growing team! In this role, you will drive enterprise-wide initiatives to accelerate value creation and deliver measurable business results. You will partner with senior leaders to identify performance gaps, remove barriers, and enable cross-functional execution across transformation programs. You will lead strategic problem solving, oversee initiative delivery, and ensure organizational alignment to achieve short- and long-term corporate objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead a portfolio of high-impact transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment to enterprise goals and rapid value realization
Identify gaps between existing initiatives and budget or long-range plan targets; diagnose root causes and define mitigation plans
Collaborate with initiative leaders to establish cross-functional enablers such as change management, data analytics, and performance tracking
Identify, validate, and define incremental opportunities beyond current initiatives to accelerate results
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and proactively recommend improvements to strengthen transformation execution and governance
Monitor initiative progress, ensuring accountability to charters, milestones, and expected outcomes
Develop and deliver executive-ready presentations and reports summarizing initiative performance, key risks, and recommended actions
Foster collaboration and alignment across business units to ensure sustainable adoption of transformation initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field from a leading university
10+ years of experience in a top-tier strategy consulting firm, or in a corporate strategy/transformation leadership role
10+ years of experience in the telecommunications industry or a closely related sector
Demonstrated career progression with increasing scope and leadership accountability
Strong analytical and structured problem‑solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous contexts
Proven track record in large‑scale transformation or change leadership programs
Excellent quantitative and data‑driven decision‑making skills
Exceptional executive presence with strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build strong partnerships across functions and influence without direct authority
Results‑oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver measurable impact in a fast‑paced environment
Bonus Points For
Corporate transformation experience within a private equity portfolio company
Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent)
Why Join Us? We aspire to contemporary ways of working. Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field‑based, depending on the position’s business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401(k) plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.
Inclusion and Belonging Inclusion and belonging are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive, and high‑quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion of all qualified individuals, including individuals with a disability/veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact accommodationrequests@brightspeed.com to initiate the accommodations process.
Privacy Notices
Brightspeed's Privacy Notice for California Residents
Brightspeed's Privacy Notice
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