Chief Operating Officer

Orion Placement; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an accomplished operations executive to join the executive leadership team in Chicago. You will shape long-term strategy and drive firm-wide operational excellence across finance, HR, technology, and operations while partnering with ownership to realize growth.

This role requires a bachelor's degree with a preference for an MBA and 10+ years in senior operations leadership within a law firm or professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of executive or senior operations leadership experience.
• Experience leading operations in a law firm or professional services.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the executive leadership team and execute the strategic vision.
• Lead firm-wide operational strategy and continuous process improvement.
• Oversee finance, budgeting, billing, AR/AP, reporting, and risk management.
• Collaborate with department heads to align business functions.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to improve performance.
• Guide HR functions including talent acquisition and workforce planning.
• Champion technology modernization and AI adoption.
• Foster a high-performance culture and stakeholder relationships.
• Represent the organization professionally within business and legal communities.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Financial management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or similar degree

Job description

Pay: $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join the executive leadership team of a respected, growing professional services organization.
• Play a critical role in shaping long-term strategy and driving firm-wide operational excellence.
• Partner directly with executive leadership to influence business decisions and organizational growth.
• Lead strategic initiatives across finance, human resources, technology, operations, and business performance.
• Help modernize operations through process improvement, innovation, AI adoption, and technology initiatives.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility while maintaining strong executive collaboration.
• Competitive executive-level compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Location

Chicago, Illinois (Hybrid). Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule while remaining closely connected with executive leadership and firm operations.

Note

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of senior operations leadership experience within a law firm or professional services environment.

About Us

We are a well-established professional services organization committed to operational excellence, exceptional client service, and a collaborative culture. Our leadership team values innovation, strategic thinking, accountability, and continuous improvement while empowering employees to make a lasting impact across the organization. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering with ownership to execute the organization's strategic vision.
• Lead firmwide operational strategy, planning, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee operational functions including finance, budgeting, billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reporting, and risk management.
• Collaborate with finance, marketing, technology, and department leaders to ensure alignment across all business functions.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to improve operational and financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency, productivity, and service quality across departments.
• Oversee human resources functions including talent acquisition, employee engagement, compensation, benefits, and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, operational policies, and industry best practices.
• Champion technology modernization, cybersecurity initiatives, and strategic adoption of AI and emerging technologies.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture while building strong relationships with employees, leadership, clients, vendors, and community partners.
• Represent the organization professionally within the business and legal communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of executive or senior operations leadership experience.
• Experience leading operations within a law firm or professional services organization required.
• Strong financial management experience including budgeting, reporting, and operational oversight.
• Demonstrated success leading strategic initiatives and organizational change.
• Experience managing cross-functional leadership teams.
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and executive presence.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of an established organization while working alongside an experienced executive team that values collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence. This is an ideal opportunity for an accomplished operations executive who enjoys solving complex business challenges, leading organizational growth, and making a measurable impact across every area of the business.

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Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance