Associate Director, G&A Applications

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Stock options

Health, dental, vision insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Generous vacation and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director, G&A Applications to lead strategy, implementation, and ongoing management of the G&A app portfolio at our Waltham headquarters.

The role partners with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and HR to ensure secure, scalable systems that meet regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in enterprise applications, hands-on SaaS experience (NetSuite, Agiloft, ADP Workforce Now, Concur), and a track record of cross-functional

Qualifications

• Requires 10+ years of progressive experience supporting, implementing, and leading enterprise applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, Life Sciences, or related field; PMP is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of G&A processes and enterprise applications for Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, Procurement, and related functions.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise SaaS applications such as NetSuite, Agiloft, ADP Workforce Now, Concur, etc.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale implementations, enhancements, integrations, and digital transformation in regulated environments.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels to achieve objectives.
• Experience in regulated life sciences environments (GxP, SOX, 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity, audit readiness, etc.).
• Analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with strategic and hands-on execution.
• Ability to lead through ambiguity and deliver results in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong ethical standards and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, and other stakeholders to understand needs and deliver scalable solutions.
• Execute strategy, implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of the G&A application portfolio.
• Serve as technical lead and application owner for G&A systems, guiding configuration, integrations, and design.
• Lead cross-functional technology initiatives from concept through deployment with strong planning and risk management.
• Maintain roadmaps and designs for G&A systems aligned with business strategies and scalability.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, performance, and service delivery to maximize value and mitigate risk.

Skills

G&A applications

Enterprise SaaS

Stakeholder leadership

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Project execution

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PMP (preferred)

Tools

NetSuite

Agiloft

ADP Workforce Now

Concur

Job description

At Viridian, we work with a sense of urgency for patients, creating unity with our team, the industry, and the community. We are committed to using proven science and engineering to improve the lives of people living with serious and rare diseases, and we are getting closer to achieving this goal every day.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Enterprise Applications, the Associate Director, G&A Applications will contribute to and execute the strategy, implementation, optimization, and support of General and Administrative (G&A) applications across Viridian Therapeutics. This role partners closely with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and HR to deliver technology solutions that align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The Associate Director will provide day-to-day leadership and functional oversight for the G&A application portfolio, balancing operational support with long-term planning to ensure technology capabilities align with business priorities and organizational goals.

This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Partner with Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, and other business stakeholders to understand business needs, prioritize initiatives, and deliver scalable technology solutions that drive operational efficiency and business value
• Contribute to and execute the strategy, implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of the G&A application portfolio, ensuring business systems are secure, scalable, integrated, and aligned with organizational objectives
• Serve as the technical lead and application owner for G&A systems, providing hands-on leadership in configuration, troubleshooting, enhancements, integrations, and solution design while acting as the primary escalation point for critical issues to ensure system stability and business continuity
• Lead cross-functional technology initiatives from concept through deployment, ensuring effective planning, resource coordination, risk management, stakeholder communication, and successful delivery of project objectives
• Contribute to and maintain application roadmaps and solution designs for G&A systems ensuring alignment with business strategies and scalability
• Manage vendor relationships and support selection, contracting, performance management, and service delivery to ensure quality outcomes, maximize value, and mitigate risk

Requirements

• Requires 10+ years of progressive experience supporting, implementing, and leading enterprise applications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field; Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus
• Strong knowledge of G&A business processes and enterprise applications supporting Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, Procurement, and related functions
• Hands-on experience with enterprise SaaS applications such as NetSuite, Agiloft, ADP Workforce Now, Concur, and related business platforms is preferred
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale application implementations, enhancements, integrations, and digital transformation initiatives in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels to achieve strategic business objectives
• Experience in regulated life sciences environments, including GxP, SOX, 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity, privacy, validation, audit readiness, and change management
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution
• Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technology topics into clear business recommendations
• Strong commitment to ethical standards
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience

Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life, Travel and AD&D
• 401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
• Various fertility, mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.