Director of Operations

02/12/2024
Job Type
Permanent
Employment Type
Full Time
Industry
Emerging Tech
Skills
Any
Functional Expertise
Operations
Salary Type
Annual
Salary
Negotiable

Job Description

Our client is a leading Eth Interoperability Protocol, backed by significant funding from some of the top investors in the space.

As the Director of Operations, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence across our organization. You will lead multiple initiatives, optimize processes, and ensure efficient execution, effectively balancing competing priorities. Your hands-on experience and proven success in fast-paced startup environments will be vital in enhancing efficiency and fostering collaboration across departments. This role involves overseeing various internal operations to maintain alignment and support the company's growth.

Experience in Web3 is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Operations team to design and implement operational strategies and goals.
  • Develop and optimize processes and procedures to increase productivity and operational effectiveness.
  • Partner with our Engineering team to ensure seamless coordination and communication across departments.
  • Identify bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and apply best practices to improve efficiency across teams.
  • Oversee and prioritize multiple projects, ensuring timely and successful execution.
  • Create project plans, set milestones, allocate resources, and monitor progress to achieve objectives.
  • Identify potential risks and dependencies, proactively implementing mitigation strategies.
  • Explore automation and process improvements, utilizing technology where applicable.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing operations team, offering guidance, coaching, and mentorship.
  • Identify training and development needs, fostering opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field (MBA preferred).
  • Over 7 years of experience in operations management, ideally in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives.
  • Proven ability to deliver results under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
  • Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with a history of building and nurturing high-performing teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and adapt to rapid changes.
  • Web3 experience is an advantage.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with incentive compensation grants
  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible PTO with manager approval
  • Regular offsite gatherings and team-building activities to strengthen our remote-first team
  • Opportunity to shape and contribute to transformative industry infrastructure

Consultant

Dan Franklin