The Director, Strategy & Operations is an execution-oriented strategist - someone who owns complex initiatives end-to-end and drives them to outcomes. You will work directly with the CEO and business leaders on high-priority programs spanning strategy, corporate development, and cross-functional execution. This is a global role.
What you'll do:- Own the strategic substance and outcomes of priority growth and value creation initiatives sponsored by the Chief Strategy Officer
- Lead complex cross-functional programs with clear accountability, timelines, and measurable outcomes
- Shape and evolve NAVEX's enterprise strategy by synthesizing market, customer, financial, and operational insights into clear strategic recommendations
- Act as a strategic thought partner to the Chief Strategy Officer, pressure-testing ideas and representing the CSO perspective in working forums as appropriate
- Help structure ambiguous problems into clear workstreams and decisions, amplifying the impact of analysts and specialists across the team
- Prepare executive-level presentations, decision memos, and briefing materials for senior leadership and board discussions
- Identify strategic growth opportunities and operational expansion initiatives
- Evaluate investment opportunities, market adjacencies, and competitive positioning
- Support corporate development initiatives including market scanning, partnership evaluation, M&A assessments, and build/buy/partner analysis
What you'll bring:- Bachelor's degree in Business or related field (MBA preferred)
- 8+ years of experience in McKinsey/Bain/BCG/Kearney/Oliver Wyman/Deloitte Consulting/Accenture/EY Parthenon and/or corporate strategy, growth strategy, or related roles
- Management/operating experience at a high-growth technology company is preferred
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders without formal authority
- Exceptional communication, executive presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution
- Familiarity with AI-enabled workflows, automation platforms, and business intelligence tools
- Strong strategic judgment with the ability to operate independently in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Culture Agility. Comfort working in a fast-paced, candid environment that values innovation, healthy debate, and follow-through
- AI Readiness. Curiosity and willingness to use AI and emerging technologies to elevate your work and deliver smarter outcomes
- Fuel performance and outcomes. Leverage your job competencies and champion NAVEX's core values
Our side of the deal: - We'll be clear, we'll move fast, and we'll invest in your success. You deserve to be supported, challenged, and rewarded for the impact you make-and we commit to doing that every step of the way.
- The starting pay for this role is $170,000 per annum with 15% MBO. Discover how you can grow, lead, and make an impact by visiting our career page to learn more.
