Description
The Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute is seeking an experienced Business Operations Manager to sit at the intersection of data analytics, cross-functional execution, and corporate strategy.
You will build the operational cadence, reporting frameworks, and metric visibility that drive our business forward. You will own cross-functional KPI tracking, lead critical strategic initiatives, evaluate and manage key business partnerships, and support high-impact ad-hoc projects.
Responsibilities:
- Establish, standardize, and manage division-wide dashboarding
- Track operational KPIs to identify trends and performance gaps
- Facilitate weekly, monthly, and quarterly business cadence meetings
- Lead end-to-end execution of cross-functional strategic projects
- Help program-manage operational due diligence and post-acquisition integration workstreams
- Evaluate potential strategic partners and key vendors
- Serve as the functional leader for generative AI tools within the operations ecosystem
- Support the annual budget cycle to ensure that goals align with strategic business objectives
- Continuously review functional processes to identify efficiencies and automate manual operational tasks
- Act as a centralized resource to resolve operational bottlenecks and inter-departmental misalignments
Requirements:
- 7+ years in Business Operations, Corporate Strategy, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Management Consulting
- Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects
- Prior exposure to M&A integrations, corporate development, or large-scale business transformation programs
- Demonstrated background evaluating, onboarding, or managing strategic vendor, channel, or commercial partner relationships
- High proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and modern Business Intelligence software
- Demonstrated experience breaking down ambiguous, large-scale problems into structured, actionable project plans
- Experience working directly with department heads and director-level leaders to drive alignment
- Ability to distill complex operational metrics into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders
- Comfort working in ambiguous environments with shifting priorities and large, ad-hoc projects
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
- Education Benefits
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Family Care Benefits
- Commuter Transit Program
- Subscription Discounts
- Employee Referral Program