Senior Operations Manager

The New York Times; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee daily operations across multiple news desks. This role requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and a passion for journalism. The manager will handle logistics, budgeting, and team management, ensuring smooth operations and supporting the company's mission.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operational or administrative roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of operations managers for various news desks.
• Oversee logistics for daily departmental operations.
• Collaborate with the News Finance team on budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Confidentiality

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Operations Manager - News Desks role at The New York Times.

The New York Times is seeking a senior operations manager to oversee a team of operations managers responsible for the smooth daily operations of various news desks, including National, Politics, Metro, Live, Express, and more.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage a team of operations managers responsible for their assigned desks.
2. Oversee logistics for daily departmental operations.
3. Collaborate with the News Finance team on budgets, financial reports, and monthly closes.
4. Manage work schedules, time banks, expenses, travel costs, freelancers, vendors, and departmental expenses.
5. Assist with HR and recruiting transactions, onboarding, and training.
6. Handle procurement, troubleshooting, and support for staff and editors.
7. Support the company's journalistic independence and mission.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years in operational or administrative roles.
• High confidentiality, empathy, creativity, leadership skills, and ability to handle deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to manage large teams and work flexible hours.
• Passion for journalism and innovation.

Salary range: $120,000 - $140,000 USD annually.

We value diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.