Strategy and Operations Senior Associate, xWS gSO

Google LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 124,000 - 177,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

Google is seeking a Strategy and Operations Senior Associate for xWS gSO in New York or London. You will scope and lead high-impact initiatives, distill complex data into actionable recommendations, and influence senior stakeholders across global teams.

The role emphasizes Go-to-Market operations and strategic execution within Google's Ads ecosystem. Applicants should meet the preferred qualifications and be prepared for a fast-paced environment with international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in analytical or GTM roles (Consulting, investment banking, StratOps).
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and influence senior stakeholders.
• Data-driven insights to inform business direction.
• Executive-level communication across formats.
• Proven track record delivering strategic, cross-functional programs.

Responsibilities

• Scope, shape, lead and steer cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Simplify problems, advocate for decisions, and communicate insights clearly.
• Secure buy-in across a large, matrixed organization across time zones.
• Drive organizational change plans and manage multiple initiatives concurrently.

Skills

Analytical mindset

GTM experience

Stakeholder influence

Problem solving

Executive communication

Job description

Strategy and Operations Senior Associate, xWS gSO

Google New York, NY, USA ; London, UK

X Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: New York, NY, USA; London, UK.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in analytical or GTM roles in fields like management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy and StratOps roles.
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing industry, tolerate significant ambiguity, influence senior stakeholders, and demonstrate problem-solving and thought leadership with limited or no oversight.
• Ability to leverage data and analytics to deliver insights and recommendations for business direction and priorities.
• Excellent executive level communication skills in all formats.
• Demonstrated track record in successfully managing ambitious, strategic, and operationally complex projects with cross-functional teams.

About the job

As a part of the strategy team, you will work closely with the Extended Workforce Solutions (xWS) VP, leads and other executive leaders across the Alphabet on some of their most critical priorities. You will be asked to independently scope, shape, lead and steer projects and drive impact across key strategic questions for the business. You will be required to simplify and effectively communicate these problems, advocate for and challenge stakeholders and collaborate with and influence cross-functional stakeholders across the business. The Go-to-Market Operations (GtM) team ensures Google's complex and ever-evolving Ads business runs smoothly. We are instrumental in setting go-to-market strategy, and ensuring flawless execution and operations against the strategy. We have teams embedded in each of the major Ads business areas as well as global teams that work across the business areas. Team members are analytical and strategic, with a pragmatic sense of how to get things done. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $124000 - $177000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

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• Scope, own, and lead cross-functional initiatives for xWS, driving delivery from initial shaping to final execution.
• Identify and structure critical business problems, distilling complex data into core issues and actionable, high-impact recommendations.
• Secure buy-in across a large, matrixed organization, aligning resources, direction, and international teams across multiple time zones.
• Drive organizational change plans for long-term initiatives, skillfully pivoting messaging and strategy based on stakeholder feedback.
• Manage simultaneous execution of multiple initiatives while preemptively mitigating risks and collaborating seamlessly across Google product areas.

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Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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