Chief Growth & Operations Officer

The Nautical Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nautical Group, a Raleigh, NC-based law firm, seeks a Chief Business Officer to oversee financial performance, business operations, and strategic growth. Reporting to the Managing Partner, the CBO will drive operational improvements and develop scalable systems to support expansion into new markets.

The ideal candidate is a decisive, hands-on leader with proven operational leadership in professional services, capable of turning data into actionable decisions to improve profitability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant experience weighted more heavily than credentials.
• Senior operational leadership experience within a professional services environment with strong financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily business operations, overseeing intake, billing, marketing, administration, and external vendors.
• Oversee financial performance, including P&L analysis, profitability, cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Translate financial and operational data into actionable recommendations that improve profitability and business performance.
• Establish KPIs, accountability standards, and reporting processes across key business functions.
• Lead, develop, and hold team members accountable while maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.
• Oversee marketing performance, client acquisition strategies, and conversion metrics to drive revenue growth.
• Develop and implement standardized processes and operating procedures to improve efficiency and consistency across offices.
• Lead strategic growth initiatives, including recruiting, staffing, and developing scalable systems to support geographic expansion.

Skills

Senior operational leadership

Financial acumen

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Nautical Group, a Raleigh, NC-based law firm, seeks a Chief Business Officer to oversee financial performance, business operations, and strategic growth. Reporting to the Managing Partner, the CBO will drive operational improvements and develop scalable systems to support expansion into new markets.

The ideal candidate is a decisive, hands-on leader with proven operational leadership in professional services, capable of turning data into actionable decisions to improve profitability and