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Strategy & Operations Director (COO Office)Navan • London, England, UK
Strategy & Operations Director (COO Office)

Strategy & Operations Director (COO Office)

Navan • London, England, UK
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Navan is looking for an experienced Strategy & Operations Director to help shape and drive execution of the companys highest-priority strategic initiatives.

Reporting to the VP of Strategy & Operations within the COO Office this role sits at the centre of Navans enterprise execution engine. The COO Office is responsible for translating company strategy into operational reality partnering with leaders across the business to solve complex problems drive alignment and accelerate execution on Navans most important priorities.

As a senior member of the Strategy & Operations team you will independently lead strategic workstreams develop executive-level recommendations and drive complex cross-functional initiatives from concept through delivery. Youll partner closely with the VP of Strategy & Operations to help scale the effectiveness of the COO Office.

This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to influence company-wide priorities and help shape how Navan operates as it continues to scale globally.

What Youll Do

  • Serve as a strategic thought partner to the VP of Strategy & Operations helping define priorities solve complex business problems and develop strategic recommendations for executive decision-making
  • Lead multiple strategic initiatives spanning business units functions and regions owning workstreams from problem definition and scoping through execution and successful delivery
  • Structure ambiguous business problems conduct rigorous analysis evaluate strategic options and develop clear data-driven recommendations
  • Drive cross-functional execution by aligning stakeholders coordinating delivery and proactively resolving dependencies risks and execution blockers
  • Design and continuously improve operating models governance processes and execution frameworks that enable effective delivery of complex company-wide initiatives.
  • Develop executive reporting and governance mechanisms that provide leadership with clear visibility into initiative progress key risks decisions and outcomes
  • Identify opportunities to improve company performance and proactively develop initiatives that advance Navans strategic objectives
  • Partner with the VP of Strategy & Operations in running the COO Office including leadership operating rhythms executive communications business reviews Board and Executive Staff materials and special projects
  • Conduct strategic analyses and lead ad hoc projects supporting the COO organisation across Product Engineering Operations Account Management Support Infrastructure IT and Security

What Were Looking For

  • 8 years of experience in Strategy Consulting (top-tier) Strategy & Operations within a high-growth technology company or as Chief of Staff to a CEO or COO. Experience in Travel FinTech SaaS is preferred
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex strategic initiatives from problem definition through execution delivering measurable business outcomes
  • Exceptional analytical structured problem-solving and programme management skills
  • Proven ability to independently lead multiple cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced highly ambiguous environments
  • Strong business judgement with the ability to develop thoughtful recommendations balance competing priorities and navigate complex trade-offs
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills with a demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment without direct authority
  • Comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy while partnering closely with executive leadership on strategic direction and key decisions
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills including experience preparing executive-level presentations and communicating effectively with senior leadership and Boards
  • High emotional intelligence sound judgement and a strong bias for action.

Required Experience:

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1

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