Senior Associate, Business Operations Jobs

Senior Associate, Business Operations roles help organizations turn strategic priorities into effective day-to-day execution. Professionals in these positions analyze processes and performance, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and identify ways to improve efficiency and support business growth. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Senior Associate in Business Operations Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer, but commonly include evaluating workflows, building reports and analyses, tracking operational metrics, and recommending process improvements. Senior associates may also manage projects, prepare materials for leadership, and work with teams across finance, product, sales, and customer operations to implement solutions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for strong analytical, communication, and project management skills. Experience with spreadsheets, data visualization, business intelligence, or financial modeling can be valuable, as can the ability to translate complex findings into clear recommendations. Many positions seek a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in business operations, consulting, strategy, or a related field.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Senior Associate, Business Operations roles can offer exposure to high-priority initiatives and collaboration with senior stakeholders. Depending on the organization and your experience, this path may lead to opportunities in business operations management, strategy, program management, or functional leadership. Browse Ladders to find vetted roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

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Search Ladders for Senior Associate, Business Operations opportunities that match your skills, experience, and compensation goals. Review job requirements and explore roles at employers seeking experienced professionals to strengthen their operations.

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$142K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic M&A initiatives, collaborating with business leaders to drive impactful transactions, and shaping the future of corporate development across diverse sectors globa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$142K - $158K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic M&A initiatives, collaborating with business leaders to identify opportunities and drive impactful transactions across diverse sectors, while ensuring disciplined...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$79K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance sales efficiency by owning project-level workstreams, streamlining processes, and utilizing data analytics to empower our Enterprise Account Executives to focus on customer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize operational excellence across a network of treatment centers, leading and developing high-performing teams to enhance patient care, drive growth, and ensure regulatory compliance while foster...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $167K *

Join a team that's redefining growth operations by architecting systems and workflows that drive our go-to-market engine. Lead initiatives, collaborate across functions, and innovate with data to enha...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Lead operational excellence and impact measurement for health research centres, harmonizing processes and systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, track performance, and communicate comp...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $132K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic recruiting initiatives and managing the full recruitment lifecycle. Collaborate with HR to attract top talent, enhance candidate experiences, and support organiza...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $111K *

Support and enhance capital markets operations by executing asset servicing tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with clients and internal teams to improve workflows and deliver...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Transform regional operations by driving performance, managing P&L, and leading high-performing teams across multiple sites, ensuring superior customer satisfaction and compliance with safety standard...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$151K - $178K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for strategic partners, managing billing, technical support, and reporting. Collaborate across teams to enhance partner engagement and drive growth through ef...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $146K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional executive support and managing office operations. Collaborate with senior leaders in a fast-paced environment, ensuring seamless coordination of a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $175K *

Drive the advancement of addiction education and research by leading initiatives at the Addiction IPE Center of Excellence. Collaborate with faculty, oversee curriculum development, and establish comm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Discover investment opportunities by sourcing startups and evaluating business plans. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovation strategies for leading corporations in food, agriculture, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of Wealth Management Operations by leading diverse teams, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple business lines while fostering collaboratio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of technology solutions as a Senior Business Analyst, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance Workday applications and drive operational excellence in a dynamic, hybrid work e...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to support Macro & Credit portfolio managers, managing trade lifecycles, enhancing technology, and maintaining key relationships to ensure seamless operations across diverse financ...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $214K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic transformation programs across operations and supply chain. Drive process improvements, enhance collaboration, and support technology deployment to optimize busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading HR, Training, and Logistics teams to enhance performance and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a collaborative culture, ensuring effective su...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational excellence in HR and logistics. Lead a diverse group of professionals, driving strategic initiatives and fostering a high-performance culture to s...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Analyze financial data and collaborate with divisional leaders to drive strategic initiatives, optimize budgeting processes, and enhance operational efficiencies across non-revenue divisions, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering clients in defining their wealth's purpose. Collaborate with Financial Advisors to create impactful content and facilitate family meetings, ensuring a meanin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $105K *

Engage with clients and Financial Advisors to empower wealth management through tailored insights and collaborative content delivery. Join a dynamic team focused on family wealth dynamics and governan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $105K *

Drive impactful client engagement by developing tailored content and facilitating family meetings. Collaborate with Financial Advisors to enhance educational resources and support family wealth dynami...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $105K *

Empower clients by crafting tailored insights and content, facilitating family meetings, and collaborating with Financial Advisors to enhance wealth dynamics and governance. Join a supportive team ded...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $105K *

Elevate client engagement by developing tailored content and facilitating family meetings. Collaborate with Financial Advisors to enhance educational resources and support family wealth dynamics throu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Associate, Business Operations do?question toggle

    A Senior Associate, Business Operations analyzes workflows and business performance, coordinates cross-functional projects, and recommends improvements that help an organization operate more effectively.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Senior Associate, Business Operations jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek a bachelor's degree, relevant experience in operations or a related field, and strong analytical, communication, and project management skills. Familiarity with reporting and data analysis tools may also be useful.

  • What skills are important for a Senior Associate in Business Operations?question toggle

    Important skills often include data analysis, process improvement, project coordination, clear communication, stakeholder management, and the ability to turn findings into practical recommendations.

  • What career paths can follow a Senior Associate, Business Operations role?question toggle

    Depending on experience and organizational structure, professionals may advance into business operations management, strategy, program management, or leadership roles within a business function.

  • Where can I find Senior Associate, Business Operations jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search the platform for Senior Associate, Business Operations roles that fit your qualifications and career goals.