Sword Health is dedicated to its mission of helping two billion people live free from pain. With 67% of members reporting a pain-free life and a 70% drop in the likelihood of surgery, Sword leverages AI Care to transform lives and generate significant savings for over 25,000 enterprise clients across three continents. The company holds the majority of patents in its industry, wins 70% of competitive evaluations, and has secured over $300 million in funding from leading venture capital firms such as Founders Fund, Sapphire Ventures, General Catalyst, and Khosla Ventures.

Named a Forbes Best Startup Employer for 2025, Sword is committed to attracting top talent. Since launching in 2020, the company has experienced rapid growth while fostering a mission-driven culture that resonates with its expanding team. Now valued at $3 billion, Sword is in a high-growth phase and is seeking passionate, driven individuals to help scale its global impact.

Joining Sword means embracing core values, especially the commitment to “do it for the patients” and to consistently “deliver more than expected” for members and clients.

This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on a global scale, working with a team of over 900 professionals across three continents to build a pain-free world powered by AI and enhanced by human care.

As a member of the CEO Team, you’ll be at the center of strategic decision-making during a time of rapid innovation and expansion. Your primary focus will be on supporting competitive intelligence and key initiatives that shape the company’s growth strategy and market positioning.

The CEO Team, reporting directly to the CEO, is responsible for:

– Supporting the CEO and executive leadership through strategic and operational initiatives during a period of exponential growth
– Leading cross-functional, high-impact projects across core business areas
– Driving the development of new business verticals and initiatives
– Promoting organizational alignment and accountability as a catalyst for change

What You’ll Do:

– Contribute to competitive intelligence by structuring, tracking, and analyzing competitors across products, markets, and go-to-market strategies
– Assist with high-priority projects, including investor and board communications and corporate development
– Support leadership with decision-making, communication, project management, and cross-functional execution
– Develop and maintain strategic tools like battlecards, competitor profiles, and comparative analyses to support Sales, Product, and Leadership teams
– Translate complex, fast-evolving information into clear, actionable insights
– Track industry trends, emerging players, partnerships, and M&A activity to inform strategic planning

Requirements:

– 2+ years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, venture capital/private equity, or business development
– Strong analytical and synthesis skills
– Curious, proactive, and resourceful mindset
– Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
– Collaborative, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
– Excellent organizational and planning abilities
– Fluent in spoken and written English

Preferred Qualifications:

– Entrepreneurial mindset
– Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
– Ability to build trust across the organization
– Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Management, or a related field

What We Offer:

– A dynamic, fast-paced environment that encourages creativity
– A promising future at a high-growth tech startup
– Career advancement opportunities and competitive compensation
– The chance to work on an innovative solution with the potential to reshape healthcare
– Flexible work hours and unlimited vacation (remote-friendly)
– Access to digital therapy and wellness programs
– Remote or hybrid work options

To learn more about our tech stack, visit here.

Compensation:

– Annual salary: €29,430 – €46,247
– Base salary: €23,100 – €36,300
– Variable compensation: €1,400 – €2,200
– Estimated annual equity value: €4,930 – €7,747

These ranges are starting points. Compensation is adjusted based on performance and impact. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, location, and market conditions. Compensation includes base salary, bonuses or incentives, and estimated equity value, which may change over time.

Portugal Benefits & Perks:

– Health, dental, and vision insurance
– Meal allowance
– Equity shares
– Remote work stipend
– Flexible hours and remote work options
– Unlimited vacation
– Snacks and beverages
– English language classes

Note: This role does not include relocation support. Candidates must have a valid EU visa and be based in Portugal.

Sword Health complies with all applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, citizenship, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, disability, pregnancy, race, religion, caste, sexual orientation, or veteran status.