Director of Business Operations & Strategic Execution

Career Launch; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Launch is seeking a Director of Business Operations in New York to lead high-impact operating functions and drive scalable, disciplined processes across the organization.

The role requires partnering with executives to translate priorities into actionable plans, implement repeatable systems, and manage risk while balancing speed, quality, and compliance. Salary ranges and final compensation are disclosed before submission.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience leading the relevant operating, legal, people, or executive function.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and written and verbal communication.
• A record of improving systems and delivering outcomes across organizational boundaries.
• Comfort working directly with executives on ambiguous and sensitive priorities.
• Ability to balance speed, quality, compliance, and long-term organizational health.
• Authorization to work in the United States for the employer without misrepresenting work status.

Responsibilities

• Lead company-wide planning, operating systems, and strategic execution.
• Own strategy, operating cadence, and measurable outcomes for the assigned function.
• Translate executive priorities into clear plans, owners, timelines, and decision points.
• Build repeatable systems that improve speed, quality, accountability, and risk management.
• Coordinate high-stakes work across leaders, teams, and external partners.
• Surface risks early and provide concise recommendations supported by evidence.
• Develop team capability through hiring, coaching, documentation, and performance management.

Job description

Career Launch is seeking a Director of Business Operations in New York to lead high-impact operating functions and drive scalable, disciplined processes across the organization.

The role requires partnering with executives to translate priorities into actionable plans, implement repeatable systems, and manage risk while balancing speed, quality, and compliance. Salary ranges and final compensation are disclosed before submission.