Strategy and Operations Associate (EdTech, SaaS)

Interplay Learning; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Interplay Learning is seeking a Strategy and Operations Associate to enhance business growth and operational efforts. The ideal candidate will join a passionate team, contribute to strategic initiatives, and support high-impact projects within a leading EdTech organization. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on professional development and collaborative work.

Benefits

Remote-first & flexible hours

Annual learning reimbursement

Generous time off policies

Comprehensive benefits package

Private Company Equity Options

Qualifications

• Educational background in Business or related field.
• 2+ years experience in management consulting, investment banking, or business operations.
• Familiarity with data analysis and synthesis.

Responsibilities

• Drive business expansion and operational improvement through strategic initiatives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis for new market entry.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and manage special projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

BA / BS degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Excel

Powerpoint

Job description

Strategy and Operations Associate (EdTech, SaaS)

Interplay Learning, the leader in immersive learning for the skilled trades, now includes Industrial Training International (ITI), the global leader in specialized industrial learning solutions.

Leveraging instructor-led training, online simulations, AI, and VR, Interplay helps organizations and educational institutions upskill faster, reduce risk, and increase operational readiness. With nearly 600,000 people trained, Interplay is shaping the future of workforce development, building better c areers and better lives. Visit www.interplaylearning.com to learn more.

• 2024 Fast Company Most Innovative Companies
• Built-In, Best Midsize Places to Work In Austin 2023 & 2024

At Interplay, we love what we do. We embrace our daily challenge to push technological limits to invent better ways to make learning easier and training more powerful. We attract passionate people and invite spirited discourse. We celebrate that our jobs fit our lives, not the inverse. We are uncompromising in our belief that together: we can build better training, build better careers and build better lives for customers and our team.

Position: Strategy and Operations Associate

As a Strategy and Operations Associate on the Strategic Growth team, you will help drive business expansion and operational improvement efforts by leading strategic initiatives, conducting market research, and supporting high-priority projects across the company. This role works closely with the VP of Growth and Director of Strategic Growth to scale Interplay’s impact.

Why this position:

• Career development in a dynamic, high growth environment
• Passionate, collaborative team

What you’ll do:

• Assist in building and refining the strategic vision and roadmap for Interplay, identifying and evaluating whitespace expansion and business model growth opportunities.
• Lead highly visible cross-functional strategic initiatives, leading scoping efforts and securing stakeholder alignment and sharing directly with executive leadership.
• Manage research projects focused on new market entry, competitive analysis, etc., leading efforts to synthesize and communicate findings.
• Lead operational experiments and implementation focused on key parts of the business: pricing, churn, sales, etc.
• Support strategic partnerships that unlock growth potential in core markets.
• Assist with one-off special projects, including board meeting preparation, fundraising efforts, sales proposals, etc.

Who you are:

• Analytical and detail-oriented, with ability to uncover insights in complex data
• Proactive problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• Strong communicator capable of distilling complexity into clear narratives for executive audiences
• Comfortable collaborating across functions and levels, from Sales to Product to the CEO
• Eager to learn, experiment, and grow in a mission-driven, high-impact environment

Requirements:

• BA / BS degree or equivalent practical experience
• 2+ years of management consulting, investment banking, accounting or startup business operations experience
• Proficient in Excel and Powerpoint
• Following a Recruiter Prescreen, a Hiring Task (1-2 hour project) will be required as part of the hiring process. Details will be provided at the end of the prescreen.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without stipulations and be residents of the United States.
• Following offer, all roles require I-9 verification, E-Verify, a background check, and a drug and alcohol test.

Pay: Salary of $100,000 - $110,000 (there is no bonus eligibility with this position)

Why you'll love working with us:

• Remote-first & flexible hours – Offices in Austin, TX; Deer Park, TX; Woodland, WA; and Cleveland, OH.
• Learning & growth – Annual learning reimbursement.
• Family-friendly policies – Support for work-life balance.
• Generous time off – 3 weeks PTO, 1 week Winter Break, holidays, and sick days.
• Comprehensive benefits – Medical, vision, dental, and 401(k) match.
• Equity – Private Company Equity Options
• Wellness – Mental and physical health resources and social events.

Join us and grow with a team that values you!

Diversity Statement

At Interplay Learning, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are and how we operate our business. We’re building a diverse workforce that cultivates and supports all individuals for the betterment of each other, our company, and our customers. We believe a culture of equality creates a stronger work environment for all employees and that we are all accountable for encouraging and celebrating diverse voices. Interplay Learning commits to promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in relation to, and across, intersections of race, age, color, disability, faith, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, social class, economic class, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, and all other identities represented among our diverse membership.

We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. Interplay Learning is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need any reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

Interplay Learning is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic or activity in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

As a federal contractor, Interplay Learning takes affirmative action to employ and advance employment of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Interplay Learning does not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about compensation.

Drug Testing & Background Testing

The company conducts background checks after extending offers of employment. These screenings are performed by third-party specialists. All roles require I-9 verification, E-Verify, a background check, and a drug and alcohol test. Additionally, depending on the position, candidates may undergo employment history verification, DMV record check, reference checks, education and credential verification, and a credit history review.