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CEO Strategy & Execution Lead - Industrial Software
Software Defined Automation GmbH
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
A leading industrial software company in Boston seeks a Chief of Staff to drive execution across top priorities and ensure successful cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of Tier 1 consulting or investment banking experience and excels in structured thinking and stakeholder management. This role offers a competitive salary, equity, and empowers you to work independently in a fast-growing environment.
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$127k-238k yearly est. 2d ago
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Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO)
The Massachusetts Housing Partnership 4.2
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
The Organization
MHP is a seasoned public, nonprofit organization with 70+ employees established by state legislation in 1990 and whose board is appointed by the governor. MHP finances affordable rental housing, provides mortgage financing for first‑time home buyers through banks and credit unions, provides technical assistance for housing and neighborhood development, and is a major contributor to state housing policy. MHP has delivered financing or technical assistance in nearly every city and town in Massachusetts, including financing for more than 33,500 affordable rental housing units and more than 25,700 affordable homes for low‑income first‑time buyers. MHP has $1.2 billion in assets currently under management and has delivered $6.5 billion in below‑market financing either directly or through participating banks.
The Role
Location: Boston, Massachusetts (Hybrid)
Reports to: Executive Director
Direct Reports: Director of Finance, Human Resources Director, Director of Engagement & Inclusion, Director of IT, Treasury Manager, and F&A Executive Assistant
The Chief Financial and OperatingOfficer (CFOO) will succeed a long‑tenured, well‑respected leader and will inherit an exceptional team of committed and experienced staff. The CFOO will join MHP's five‑member Steering Committee (senior management team) and will ensure that MHP has the infrastructure and systems in place to achieve its mission effectively, be financially and operationally sustainable, and mitigate risk.
Key Responsibilities Leadership and Strategy
Oversee short‑ and long‑term budget planning, forecasting, and resource management in alignment with MHP's mission and strategic plan; identify opportunities to increase net income, unrestricted net assets, and to secure program funding where appropriate and as opportunities arise.
Regularly undertake business modeling, planning and stress testing; and align resources to meet agreed upon organizational objectives.
Regularly assess organizational performance against the annual budget and financial forecasts and make recommendations on financial strategy, staffing, and business goals.
Provide strategic and people‑centered leadership by empowering and managing direct reports, aligning team goals with organizational priorities, delivering clear and data‑driven feedback, and fostering professional growth and succession readiness.
Regularly update the board on financial performance, operational effectiveness, and staff engagement. Generate reports and develop tools to provide critical financial, operational, and staff information to the ED, Steering Committee, and board.
Responsible for the Finance, Audit and HR & Compensation Committees of the board.
Monitor financial performance and make recommendations to ensure MHP's financial health. Oversee MHP's annual budget, endeavor to maximize income, manage costs, and secure funding where appropriate and as opportunities arise.
Ensure that MHP maintains current and accurate financial records, has sound documented internal controls, continuously improves its financial systems, and meets its debt service and other financial obligations on a timely basis and in accordance with loan agreements and other contractual agreements.
Ensure that timely and accurate financial reporting is provided to the board, Executive Director, Steering Committee, and senior managers.
Facilitate the selection and engagement of auditing firms by the Audit and Risk Management Committee and ensure that annual audits are timely completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
Recommend investment policies for board approval and manage MHP's relationship with its external investment advisor. Oversee cash flow and investments to ensure appropriate cash balances are maintained and investment returns are maximized consistent with policy.
Operations and Technology
Pursue continuous improvements in systems and practices that increase efficiency and improve the delivery of programs and services, including potential uses of artificial intelligence.
Drive the effective use of IT across the organization by ensuring that employees at all levels are trained and supported in fully leveraging available tools and systems to enhance productivity, communication, and collaboration.
Develop, implement and maintain a robust contract management system that supports contractual compliance, operational efficiency, and accurate invoicing. Ensure that all new contracts are aligned with MHP's budget and internal policies.
Ensure that MHP has adequate systems and procedures in place to maintain compliance with state and federal requirements, to properly manage organizational risk and to support effective program implementation.
Strengthen decision‑making processes to ensure MHP takes well informed, calculated risks in all areas of operations.
Oversee the leasing and management of MHP's office space including the relationship of current and potential future space to hybrid office policies, leases, broker relationships, and make recommendations to the ED on lease options.
Manage MHP's corporate insurance, with support from an outside insurance advisor, to ensure that coverage is cost‑effective and adequately mitigates MHP's risk.
Human Resources & Engagement
Align staffing and HR planning with current priorities, new program demands, budgets, and future operational needs.
Ensure that HR policies are equitable and benefits are competitive to foster retention of top talent.
In collaboration with HR Director, oversee annual variable compensation recommendations, merit increases, salary adjustments, and promotions to the Executive Director, HR & Compensation Committee, and Board.
Advise and support Director of Engagement and Inclusion in conducting periodic belonging surveys and in designing and implementing strategies to enhance staff engagement and cultivate a sense of belonging.
Professional Experience
10+ years of enterprise‑level experience managing finance and/or operations in a complex organization, with a preference for experience at a public or nonprofit organization.
Extensive experience with financial management, budgeting, accounting and investment at a scale comparable to MHP.
Experience reporting to a CEO and being part of a senior management team.
Demonstrated and deep experience with direct management responsibility for staff across key functions, including finance, human resources, IT and operations with adjacency to some those functions in a senior management role considered.
Strong working knowledge of technology and information systems with the ability to organize and prioritize work using knowledge of current and emerging office technology and business methods.
Extensive cross‑departmental organizational leadership providing support in problem solving, resource management, outcome accountability, and program efficiencies.
Ability to work effectively with external constituents including public officials, financial institutions, customers and vendors.
Professional Attributes
A history of success both as a hands‑on, multitasking individual performer and as a leader and supervisor of professional staff.
Effectiveness in delegating responsibilities and holding staff accountable while fostering a team atmosphere and promoting individual employees' development and advancement.
A track record of professional integrity and strong motivation to be part of a mission‑driven organization.
Commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion in the workplace and in affordable housing.
An inclusive and people‑centered leadership style with the ability to attract, develop, inspire, and retain high‑performing staff in a multidisciplinary team.
Proven ability to manage complexity, solve problems, anticipate disruption, and make tough decisions when necessary.
An inquisitive management style that is unafraid to challenge assumptions.
Skilled written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
Expertise in Excel and familiarity with the Office 365 suite including Outlook, Teams, Word, etc.
Knowledge of Sage Intacct, Workday Adaptive, and Paylocity is a plus.
Kind, empathetic, and grounded: bringing warmth, humility, and a sense of humor to the role.
Education
Bachelor's degree required, preference for a master's degree in a related field (e.g., finance, accounting, public administration, business administration) or equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience.
Travel
Travel throughout Massachusetts will occasionally be expected.
Compensation
The budgeted salary for this role is $230,000 to $250,000. Salary is just one component of MHP's total compensation package. Any final offer will be based on various factors including job‑related knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience.
Non-discrimination
MHP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. MHP does not make hiring decisions based on age, race, gender, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis. We urge your prompt consideration of this impactful leadership role.
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$230k-250k yearly 4d ago
VP, Foundation AI - Multimodal Health Models
Whoop 4.0
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
A leading health tech company is seeking a VP of Foundation AI to advance their AI capabilities and health intelligence. This role involves leading a talented team in the development of multimodal models that aggregate diverse data for actionable insights. Candidates should possess extensive AI expertise and leadership experience, particularly in designing scalable systems. The position is located in Boston, MA, with a competitive salary range of $200,000 - $300,000 plus equity and bonuses.
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$200k-300k yearly 5d ago
Chief Financial and Operating Officer
Massachusetts Nonprofit Network
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
# Chief Financial and OperatingOfficerMassachusetts Housing Partnership### Job Description**MHP is seeking a seasoned leader to manage finance, operations, human resources and information technology in support of its mission to expand access to affordable housing and promote housing equity in communities across the Commonwealth.**MHP is a nationally unique public, nonprofit organization with 70+ employees that was established by state legislation in 1990 and whose board is appointed by the governor. MHP finances affordable rental housing, provides mortgage financing for first-time home buyers through banks and credit unions, provides technical assistance for housing and neighborhood development, and is a major contributor to state housing policy. MHP has delivered financing or technical assistance in nearly every city and town in Massachusetts, including financing for more than 33,500 affordable rental housing units and more than 25,700 affordable homes for low-income first-time buyers. MHP has $1.2 billion in assets currently under management and has delivered $6.5 billion in below-market financing either directly or through participating banks.**The Role****Location:**Boston, Massachusetts (Hybrid)**Reports to:**Executive Director**Direct Reports:** Director of Finance, Human Resources Director, Director of Engagement & Inclusion, Director of IT, Chief Accountant & Treasury Manager, and F&A Executive Assistant**Position Overview & Opportunity:**The Chief Financial and OperatingOfficer (CFOO) will succeed a long-tenured, well-respected leader and will inherit an exceptional team of committed and experienced staff. The CFOO will join MHP's five-member Steering Committee (senior management team) and will ensure that MHP has the infrastructure and systems in place to achieve its mission effectively, be financially and operational sustainable, and mitigate risk.**Key Responsibilities**:***Leadership and Strategy**** Oversee short- and long-term budget planning, forecasting, and resource management in alignment with MHP's mission and strategic plan; identify opportunities to increase net income, unrestricted net assets, and to secure program funding where appropriate and as opportunities arise.* Regularly undertake business modeling, planning and stress testing; and align resources to meet agreed upon organizational objectives.* Regularly assess organizational performance against the annual budget and financial forecasts and make recommendations on financial strategy, staffing, and business goals.* Provide strategic and people-centered leadership by empowering and managing direct reports, aligning team goals with organizational priorities, delivering clear and data-driven feedback, and fostering professional growth and succession readiness.* Regularly update the board on financial performance, operational effectiveness, and staff engagement. Generate reports and develop tools to provide critical financial, operational, and staff information to the ED, Steering Committee, and board.* Responsible for the Finance, Audit and HR & Compensation Committees of the board.***Financial Management**** Monitor financial performance and make recommendations to ensure MHP's financial health. Oversee MHP's annual budget, endeavor to maximize income, manage costs, and secure funding where appropriate and as opportunities arise.* Ensure that MHP maintains current and accurate financial records, has sound documented internal controls, continuously improves its financial systems, and meets its debt service and other financial obligations on a timely basis and in accordance with loan agreements and other contractual agreements.* Ensure that timely and accurate financial reporting is provided to the board, Executive Director, Steering Committee, and senior managers.* Facilitate the selection and engagement of auditing firms by the Audit and Risk Management Committee and ensure that annual audits are timely completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.* Recommend investment policies for board approval and manage MHP's relationship with its external investment advisor. Oversee cash flow and investments to ensure appropriate cash balances are maintained and investment returns are maximized consistent with policy.***Operations and Technology**** Pursue continuous improvements in systems and practices that increase efficiency and improve the delivery of programs and services, including potential uses of artificial intelligence.* Drive the effective use of IT across the organization by ensuring that employees at all levels are trained and supported in fully leveraging available tools and systems to enhance productivity, communication, and collaboration.* Develop, implement and maintain a robust contract management system that supports contractual compliance, operational efficiency, and accurate invoicing. Ensure that all new contracts are aligned with MHP's budget and internal policies.* Ensure that MHP has adequate systems and procedures in place to maintain compliance with state and federal requirements, to properly manage organizational risk and to support effective program implementation.* Strengthen decision-making processes to ensure MHP takes well informed, calculated risks in all areas of operations.* Oversee the leasing and management of MHP's office space including the relationship of current and potential future space to hybrid office policies. leases, broker relationships, and make recommendations to the ED on lease options.* Manage MHP's corporate insurance, with support from an outside insurance advisor, to ensure that coverage is cost-effective and adequately mitigates MHP's risk.***Human Resources & Engagement**** Align staffing and HR planning with current priorities, new program demands, budgets, and future operational needs.* Ensure that HR policies are equitable and benefits are competitive to foster retention of top talent.* In collaboration with HR Director, oversee annual variable compensation recommendations, merit increases, salary adjustments, and promotions to the Executive Director, HR & Compensation Committee, and Board.* Advise and support Director of Engagement and Inclusion in conducting periodic belonging surveys and in designing and implementing strategies to enhance staff engagement and cultivate a sense of belonging.**Professional Experience:*** 10+ years of enterprise-level experience managing finance and/or operations in a complex organization, with a preference for experience at a public or nonprofit organization.* Extensive experience with financial management, budgeting, accounting and investment at a scale comparable to MHP.* Experience reporting to a CEO and being part of a senior management team.* Demonstrated and deep experience with direct management responsibility for staff across key functions, including finance, human resources, IT and operations with adjacency to some those functions in a senior management role considered.* Strong working knowledge of technology and information systems with the ability to organize and prioritize work using knowledge of current and emerging office technology and business methods.* Extensive cross-departmental organizational leadership providing support in problem solving, resource management, outcome accountability, and program efficiencies.* Ability to work effectively with external constituents including public officials, financial institutions, customers and vendors.**Professional Attributes:**The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following professional attributes:* A history of success both as a hands-on, multitasking individual performer and as a leader and supervisor of professional staff.* Effectiveness in delegating responsibilities and holding staff accountable while fostering a team atmosphere and promoting individual employees' development and advancement.*
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$111k-218k yearly est. 4d ago
President/CEO
Salt Creek Capital 3.4
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
Salt Creek Capital is seeking an experienced operating executive to join the firm as an Executive Partner. The executive is expected to work with the firm to evaluate acquisition opportunities of companies which they would oversee as President & CEO post-close. As CEO, the executive will be required to manage the full P&L, develop the growth strategy, and provide operational management. CEOs of companies acquired by SCC serve as the most senior business executive at the company, and report to & participate on the Company's board of directors.
Qualifications:
At least 10 years of senior management experience; prior successful P&L management and/or President or GM experience required
Desire to participate as a business partner and ability to balance fiduciary responsibilities to numerous disparate stakeholders
Proven experience, ability, and desire to manage a business with focus on generating strong free cash flow / EBITDA
Entrepreneurial thinker with an appetite to take on a high level of responsibility commensurate with anticipated rewards
Proven ability to manage all aspects of a company
Demonstrated ability to increase profitability through proactive business development efforts
Excellent professional references and high integrity
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$168k-332k yearly est. 3d ago
Director, Asset Management SOX Oversight
Soteria Reinsurance Ltd.
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
A leading investment management firm is seeking a Director for the Asset Management Treasurers Office. This role involves overseeing Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Compliance programs for alternative and retail funds. The ideal candidate has over 9 years of relevant industry experience, includes at least 5 years of mutual fund accounting or financial reporting experience, and possesses strong technical knowledge of SOX regulations. The offering includes a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $222,000 and a flexible hybrid working model.
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$110k-222k yearly 1d ago
VP, Commerce Media Strategy & Growth
Unavailable
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
A leading digital commerce company is looking for a VP, Commerce Media to develop top-tier media strategies for CPG brands. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in Commerce Media, capable of managing relationships with Retail Media Networks. Responsibilities include serving as the primary contact for client engagements, expanding business opportunities, and contributing to the profitability of campaigns. A collaborative approach and strategic thinking are essential for this role. Compensation ranges from $146,490 to $220,440 annually.
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$146.5k-220.4k yearly 4d ago
VP, Total Rewards, People Operations & Analytics
Dyne Tx
Chief operating officer job in Waltham, MA
Our commitment to people with neuromuscular diseases
is our greatest strength
VP, Total Rewards, People Operations & Analytics
Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering functional improvement for people living with genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), and preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a mission to deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and communities. Learn more ************************* and follow us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook.
Role Summary
The Vice President of Total Rewards, People Operations & Analytics is Dyne's enterprise owner for Compensation, Benefits, HR Compliance, HR Operations, HRIS and People Analytics. As a key member of the HR Leadership Team, this leader will develop comprehensive total rewards and recognition programs, operations and analytics strategies that align to Dyne's people philosophy and culture, build scalable programs and infrastructure, and serve as a key advisor to the CHRO and Compensation Committee to ensure Dyne's rewards and people systems are competitive, equitable, compliant, and insight-driven.
This is a strategic and hands‑on leadership role that will ensure Dyne is a top employer by offering competitive compensation, meaningful benefits, and seamless people operations that enhance the employee experience.
This role is based in Waltham, MA without the possibility of being remote.
Key ResponsibilitiesCompensation (executive & broad‑based)
Own Dyne's global compensation philosophy and frameworks (market positioning, pay mix, salary structures, job architecture, geographic differentials)
Lead annual compensation planning (merit, promotions, adjustments), short‑ and long‑term incentive design, sales/field comp as applicable, and equity strategy (grant guidelines, refresh cadence, burn rate/share pool stewardship)
Partner with the CHRO to prepare materials for and present to the Board Compensation Committee; provide external benchmarking, pay‑for‑performance insights, and risk/compliance guidance
Maintain competitive market intelligence (surveys, biotech equity practices), and advise on underwater equity, refresh approaches, and executive offers/retention mechanisms
Own strategy and administration of health & welfare plans, retirement, time‑off/leave programs, and wellbeing offerings that reflect our patient‑centric culture and growth stage
Lead annual plan design/renewals, vendor management, fiduciary compliance, communications, and required testing/reporting
Ensure benefits and wellness programs align to biotech peer standards for attraction/retention
People Operations (HR Ops)
Lead Dyne's People Operations function with a particular focus on ADP Workforce Now (WFN) as our core HRIS/payroll/benefits platform: oversee system configuration, integrations, access control, data flows, maintenance, and upgrades
Ensure ADP WFN and integrated modules (HR, payroll, benefits, talent, time & attendance) support process scalability and data integrity
Stand up or refine processes across the employee lifecycle (hire‑to‑retire), including onboarding/offboarding, employee records, policy execution, compliance, and multi‑state/global payroll in partnership with Legal/Finance
Own vendor ecosystem (benefits administration, brokers, payroll, HR tech); negotiate SLAs and performance
Deliver operational excellence that improves employee experience while ensuring accuracy, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance
Drive continuous innovation and intelligent automation across all HR systems and processes to enhance scalability, efficiency, and data accuracy as Dyne grows
People Analytics & Workforce Insights
Build Dyne's people analytics strategy and operating model with data pulled from ADP WFN and integrated sources-standardize definitions, data pipelines, secure governance, and self‑serve dashboards
Provide recurring, decision‑grade insights: headcount planning, hiring funnel analytics, DEI metrics, rewards effectiveness, engagement/retention risk, organization health, and productivity
Partner with Finance on workforce planning, scenario modeling, and budget alignment
Leadership & Governance
Lead and scale the team across Total Rewards, People Ops (especially the ADP domain), and Analytics; establish clear operating rhythms and SLAs
Serve as thought partner to CHRO/CFO and a credible voice with the Compensation Committee
Ensure policies and practices are compliant, equitable, and consistent with Dyne's values and patient‑first mission
Education and Skills Requirements
Bachelor's required; MBA/MS HR/Analytics preferred
CEP, CCP, CBP, SHRM‑SCP/CEBS helpful for depth in comp/benefits and governance
15+ years in HR with deep leadership in Total Rewards, specifically global compensation and benefits. Biotech/pharma experience is highly preferred
Expert knowledge of executive and broad‑based compensation (market pricing, incentive/Equity design, job architecture) and benefits strategy/administration
Experience preparing and presenting to Compensation Committees; strong grasp of governance, disclosure, and regulatory considerations
Experience with benefits administration, program design, vendor management, and employee communication related to health, welfare, and retirement plans
Working familiarity with ADP Workforce Now (or a similar HRIS/Payroll system) is preferred, with the ability to oversee system functionality, vendor partnerships, and process efficiency
People analytics fluency: metrics design, dashboarding, data governance, and storytelling to influence senior leaders
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The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance workload.
This description is not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements for the position. This position may change or assume additional duties at any time. The employee may be requested to perform different or additional duties as assigned. All Employees are expected to adhere to all company policies and act as a role model for company values.
Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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$131k-215k yearly est. 4d ago
Managing Director, Development
Acord (Association for Cooperative Operations Research and Development
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Why join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health?
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is a world‑renowned institution dedicated to advancing public health through cutting‑edge research, education, and global collaboration. Our school is a special place to work because of its vibrant, mission‑driven community, interdisciplinary approach, and commitment to addressing some of the most pressing health challenges worldwide. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation, continuous learning, and work‑life balance are valued.
Learn more about the School's mission, objectives, and core values, our Principles of Citizenship, and about the Dean's AAA vision about our school's ongoing strategic initiatives.
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Office of Development and Alumni Relations (ODAR) is committed to securing the financial resources, time, and loyalty of alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations to support the School's work of educating new generations of global health leaders and producing powerful ideas that can transform the lives of people everywhere.
The Managing Director, Development (MDD) is a full‑time exempt position responsible for the leadership and management of ODAR's development functions that include principal gifts, major gifts, corporate and foundation relations, prospect management and gift planning in collaboration with the University Development Office (UDO). The MDD also works collaboratively with colleagues across the School, including the Office of Communications, Office of Research Strategy and Development (ORSD) and the Office of Financial Services (OFS), as well as colleagues across Alumni Affairs and Development (AA&D), Harvard Schools, UDO and other university‑wide partners.
The MDD will work closely with the Vice Dean and School leadership to shape, articulate, and advance fundraising goals in support of Harvard Chan priorities. In this capacity, the incumbent is responsible for developing and executing high‑level fundraising and prospect strategies to enable the realization of established goals and objectives in support of the annual and multi‑year fundraising objectives for Harvard Chan School.
In addition, the MDD will work closely with the Vice Dean and other Managing Directors to shape team culture and develop policies, practices and services that are facilitated across teams and through collaboration with the University Development Office.
In close partnership with the ODAR Senior Leadership Team (OSLT), the MDD is responsible for integrating and unifying gift planning, major and principal gift fundraising, corporate partnerships and foundations relations while shaping a cohesive, collaborative, and accountable fundraising team. To achieve this, the MDD is responsible for building, motivating, mentoring and managing the team to develop and achieve stretch goals in support of Harvard Chan School's fundraising priorities. The incumbent will also ensure that staff receive appropriate training and professional opportunities to ensure that a best‑in‑class fundraising operation is developed.
Job‑Specific Responsibilities
Build, motivate, mentor, and manage direct reports to achieve goals in support of Harvard Chan School's fundraising priorities. Establish expectations that are clear, well communicated, and related to the goals and objectives of the team, and provide staff with frequent, constructive feedback, including interim and annual evaluations as appropriate. Develop and lead strategies for professional development
Ensure the development of, and adherence to, a collective development operating plan to achieve strategic cultivation and solicitation of prospects. Work collaboratively to develop a multi‑year plan that aligns with School fundraising priorities
Provide regular updates on progress to the Vice Dean, OSLT, and key stakeholders
Carry a small portfolio of key prospects and act as back‑up for select prospects held by the Dean and Vice Dean
Work closely with team members to grow the prospect base and ensure productivity in identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and closing gifts
Partner strategically with the Vice Dean, OSLT and School colleagues to develop a strong and effective case of support for current and potential donors in advancing Harvard Chan development priorities. Develop effective strategies for communications, events, stewardship and proposals.
Actively partner and prioritize transparent and lasting relationships across Harvard Chan community through collaborating with faculty and other colleagues, including but not limited to the Office of Communications, ORSD, Office of Financial Services
Provide leadership, guidance and oversight of the team's strategic portfolio development and oversee a collaborative prospect assignment and portfolio review process
Lead the development, execution and evaluation of annual and multi‑year fundraising plan that supports the overall multi‑year fundraising agenda and initiatives
Advance a development culture that embraces the use of systems and tools to effectively implement a moves management prospect management process, including the use of the Advance database and reporting and tracking tools. Works with the Strategy and Operations team to collaboratively define and prioritize systems and infrastructure in support of the fundraising managers and staff
The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position. It does not, however, exclude other duties, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the level of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: This position required scheduling flexibility. Travel expectations are required up to 10 percent including night and weekend obligations. Finalist may be required to complete a skills assessment - more information will be shared during the interview process.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
10+ years of experience in fundraising and fundraising management required; 7+ years of supervisory experience is required
Leadership and supervisory experience is required
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Advanced degree preferred
15+ years of successful fundraising and fundraising management with an effective track record as a leader, manager, and strategist in a complex organization, university or related transferable experience preferred
The position requires a minimum of seven (7) years of management experience with a proven ability to motivate, engage, manage performance and work with staff, donors, and volunteers, as well as academic leaders and faculty. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain performance improvement plans and a willingness to have difficult conversations
A strong working knowledge of annual/reunion, major, planned, and principal gift programs, including management of volunteer‑intensive fundraising
Solid public speaking, presentation and written communication skills required
Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities and multi‑task
Demonstrated experience working effectively in a data‑driven decision‑making and management environment
Sophisticated and comprehensive understanding of giving principles and practices, extremely high levels of professionalism, collegiality, self‑motivation, and organization
Solid analytical skills and motivated to learn and be flexible to change
Great listening skills as well as ability to lead, influence and persuade others
Professional disposition and able to deal effectively and empathetically with people from all types of backgrounds and experiences in all types of difficult situations
Demonstrated experience evaluating problems accurately and display good, sound and confidential judgment
Additional Information
Appointment End Date: N/A
Standard Hours/Schedule: Full Time
Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
Pre‑Employment Screening: Identity, Education
Other Information:
Work Format Details
This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non‑Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard‑designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University's Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges
This position is salary grade level 061. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work‑life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
EEO/Non‑Discrimination Commitment Statement
Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.
Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non‑discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non‑discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.
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$110k-204k yearly est. 4d ago
Chief Operating Officer
KLR Executive Search Group LLC 4.2
Chief operating officer job in Providence, RI
KLR Executive Search Group is proud to partner with a full-service business law firm to identify a commercially savvy, ChiefOperatingOfficer (COO) to manage daily operations and lead the execution of the firm's growth strategy. This leader will translate strategic goals into scalable systems, policies, and staffing models across multiple offices, ensuring the firm has the infrastructure needed to support continued expansion. The COO will partner closely with practice and department leadership, oversee modernization initiatives, and drive cross-office alignment as the firm continues toward long-term growth targets. Ideal candidates will have experience scaling organizations ($100M+ revenue), ideally within professional services or law firms, and a track record of operational excellence. Ideally, this position will be hybrid and based out of the firm's Boca Raton, FL or Providence, RI offices.
Core Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership
Oversee daily operations across all offices, ensuring seamless coordination, scalability, and alignment with strategic goals.
Manage HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, retention, and performance management, while planning future HR initiatives.
Partner with department heads to align staffing with strategic priorities and maintain high-performing teams.
Direct facilities management, vendor partnerships, and operational logistics, while identifying innovation opportunities to enhance efficiency and collaboration.
Technology & Process Innovation
Standardize workflows, optimize client intake, and lead initiatives to improve internal coordination and service delivery across all offices.
Implement and adopt technology solutions to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and client service, while partnering with CFO/CIO on data integration and performance tracking.
Financial Management and Resource Allocation
Partner with the CFO and firm leaders to manage budgeting, forecasting, pricing, and profitability, while ensuring strong cash flow and scalable operational planning.
Develop and execute staffing and capacity plans, control operational expenditures, and deliver clear financial and performance reporting to senior leadership.
Risk and Compliance Support
Support the CLO and CCO by aligning operational policies with risk management, monitoring legal and regulatory compliance, and enforcing standards across HR, safety, and administrative functions.
Qualifications:
Executive operational leadership experience in professional services or law firms, with a track record of scaling organizations ($100M+ revenue).
Strong strategic planning and execution abilities, translating firm-wide goals into systems, processes, and staffing that support growth across multiple offices.
Expertise in operational oversight, including HR, finance, technology, facilities, vendor management, workflow optimization, and technology integration.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with attorneys and executives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
The firm has main offices in Boca Raton, FL and Providence, RI, we would be looking for local candidates only or people who are willing to relocate to these areas.
The salary range for this position is $190,000 - $350,000 and does not include benefits and bonus potential. Compensation is determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function, and associated responsibilities, as well as a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location.
$190k-350k yearly 1d ago
VP, Investor Relations - Real Estate Capital Markets
Shine Associates, LLC 4.0
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
A reputable real estate investment firm in Boston is seeking a Vice President of Investor Relations to join their team. The role involves managing investor relationships and supporting capital raise efforts. Ideal candidates will have 7-12 years of experience in investor relations, specializing in real estate, and possess strong writing and analytic skills. The firm offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth.
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$138k-203k yearly est. 5d ago
VP of Creative Strategy & Brand Architecture
EF Education First Gruppe 4.0
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
A global education company is seeking a Vice President of Creative Strategy in Boston to elevate its brand vision across multiple travel brands. This role involves developing brand strategies, overseeing creativity across various channels, and leading high-performance teams. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of creative leadership experience with a strong portfolio and a passion for the company's mission of opening the world through unforgettable travel experiences.
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$136k-194k yearly est. 1d ago
Vice President of Consumer Strategy & Segment Marketing - Customer Foresight and Acceleration
Houston Foresight
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
The Marketing and Communications organization is seeking a leader who is highly motivated, strategic with a consultative mindset to be the Marketing Leader of Customer Foresight and Acceleration. This individual will be responsible for questioning and answering key questions of the Personal Investing business and recommending differentiated and innovative solutions that deliver both client value and business impact. This individual brings a general management expertise, is analytically-driven, digitally-oriented and can partner with business owners from finance to technology, to marketing and product owners.
This role will report to the Head of Segment Marketing.
The Team
The marketing strategies and experiences you deliver will directly impact the customer experience and our business outcomes. Marketing programs contribute to our business KPIs and you will partner with analytics team members to measure the incremental business outcomes of marketing initiatives and capture learning that can be applied to future work. Your role is critical in leading a team in delivering an insightful marketing strategy, marketing communications that deliver customer value.
The Expertise You Have
The ideal candidate has 15+ years of relevant management/strategic consulting
Experience working at a service/solution oriented and customer obsessed organization
Deep digital experience in both marketing and first party design and development for websites, tools, and platforms
Deep product marketing and design experience
Financial services experience preferred but not required
Agile experience preferred, but not required
BA/BS required, MBA preferred
The Skills You Bring
You are a strategic leader and thinker who can link consumer needs and technology trends to solutions that inform the optimal differentiated solution.
You can synthesize strategic, financial, and operational analysis and primary/secondary research into strategic insights and practical recommendations.
You have experience in trend scanning, signal finding, scenario development, as well as have the ability to build business cases, identifying the viability and feasibility of recommended solution
You have outstanding analytical skills - Understand, analyze, and articulate the client base and behaviors to develop hypothesis, strategies and opportunities to drive client and key business results
You have the ability to understand, apply, and integrate data and information on the business, market, competitors, and clients to assess opportunities for growth
You have deep expertise and experience in business and marketing strategy, with specific applications in: customer targeting, product bundling, and pricing strategy.
You have experience in storytelling and the ability to present/share complex information effectively across the organization, whether net new solutions or reframing of existing solutions
You are collaborative and have track record of establishing and facilitating effective cross-functional partnerships and relationships at all levels in a highly collaborative environment
You are intellectually curious, appreciate learning new skills and capabilities, and are committed to helping support Fidelity's transformation to a better way of working.
You have experience with agile principles and execution
The Value You Deliver
The individual in this position will need to drive and communicate breakthrough customer insights in the following areas:
Synthesizing multiple pieces of research and analytics/measurement into clear and compelling recommendations; driving quicker and broader institutional knowledge and enable us to more easily build off what we know
Enhancing Fidelity's ability to generate breakthrough insights through new forums, approaches and research platforms
Using rigorous research to qualify and design new-to-industry products and solutions”
Driving the development of the customer foresight & product design strategic vision and roadmap, including key insights in the areas of competition, prospect/client needs, and market evolution.
Partnering with team members and BU partners to shape partnership approaches, develop programs to drive client engagement and partnership goals. Programs include strategy articulation, opportunity sizing, budgets and ROI, etc.
Driving deeper understanding of customer needs, buying behavior, sentiment and expectations for products and services.
Provide insights, best practices and thought leadership to business leads, helping them to optimize their offerings on our platform.
Help reinforce a working culture where accountability, transparency, and data-driven decision-making are the norm and where rapid test, learn, scale, is a daily routine
Certifications:Category:
Product Management
Fidelity will continue to keep the safety of associates and customers as our top priority and this will never change.
As the pandemic evolves and Federal, State, and Local regulations emerge, it has become clear that knowing the vaccination status of all associates is critical to our safety efforts.
Therefore, Fidelity will require all candidates to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status during the hiring process, and if vaccinated, provide proof of vaccine.
This is not a requirement to be vaccinated. It is a requirement to report vaccination status and, if vaccinated, provide proof.
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$136k-201k yearly est. 1d ago
Market Executive, Technology, Middle Market Banking, Managing Director
Jpmorgan Chase & Co 4.8
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
Job Information
Job Identification 210596591
Job Category Relationship Manager
Business Unit Commercial & Investment Bank
Posting Date 02/11/2025, 11:17 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Job Description
You are customer focused, enjoy building relationships, leading teams, and providing financial advice to your clients. A role as a Market Executive on the Applied Technology team in our Innovation Economy business is for you.
As a Market Executive on the Applied Technology Middle Market Banking team, you will be responsible for growing and retaining profitable relationships within the dynamic Applied Technology sector. You will hire and direct team members in their business development efforts to grow and retain profitable banking relationships. In this role you will be expected to maintain a portfolio of your own while leading the banking team, however the portfolio size is typically smaller in recognition of management responsibilities. The Applied Technology team focuses on world changing technologies across robotics, space, quantum computing, and semiconductors, and you will support the growth of founders innovating at the intersection of hardware and software.
The Applied Technology team is part of J.P. Morgan's Commercial Bank in its Middle Market Banking and Specialized Industries group. In this role you will be the focal point of client acquisition and ongoing relationships with the world's most innovative companies. We work both independently and as part of a dynamic team to deliver the entire firm to our clients.
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrate the ability to build a brand within your market that represents Technology banking as the “Leading Innovation Economy bank serving the best and most diverse clients”
Develop new business in your market by acquiring new relationships, deepening existing relationships by delivering the entire Firm, and leading internal strategic discussions across all our solutions including credit and payments
Relentlessly focus on seeking out the best and most diverse founders powering innovation by leveraging a referral network built through business activities and relationship development
Champion a culture of innovation and a customer centric mindset balanced with the ability to manage risk (credit, operational, and reputational) appropriately
Be passionate about innovation, the start-up eco-system and entrepreneurship, leading to a desire to stay up to date with industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation or strategic partnerships
Champion a culture of innovation and a customer centric mindset
Stay up to date with industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation or strategic partnerships
Find ways to drive efficiency with existing technical infrastructure through automation while embracing the innovative opportunities offered by new technologies
Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
Minimum of 12 years' account relationship management experience with a focus on business relationships
Understanding of Commercial Banking products and services with knowledge of the region
Ability to mobilize internal networks and resources
Demonstrated experience of meeting or exceeding sales goals; proven top individual contributor
Management experience in a Commercial Bank setting, specifically leading a commercial lending sales team with proficiency in building and maintaining positive client relationships
Excellent verbal and written communications skills; able to effectively communicate clearly and concisely
Creative solution and problem solving abilities and excellent business judgment with the ability to multitask
FINRA Series 79, 63, 24 and Securities Industry Essentials licenses required or must obtain within 180 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
Bachelor's degree and formal credit training preferred
Strong technology experience; digital background preferred
Excellent organizational, influencing and interpersonal skills
Self-directed, proactive, and creative: use sound judgment and navigates ambiguity to get things done
About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Global Banking business is one of the largest wholesale banking client franchises in the world. We serve clients, including corporations, governments, states, municipalities, healthcare organizations, education institutions, banks and investors.
Commercial Banking provides credit and financing, treasury and payment services, international banking and real estate services to clients-including corporations, municipalities, institutions, real estate investors and owners, and not-for-profit organizations.
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$206k-363k yearly est. 5d ago
Chief Operating Officer
Tenacity 3.6
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
ORGANIZATION
Tenacity is a dynamic nonprofit organization that empowers under-resourced Massachusetts youth to graduate from high school and achieve post-secondary success. Established in 1999, Tenacity has been providing high-dosage youth enrichment programs that promote literacy, life skills, racket sports, fitness skills, and social/emotional growth. The 135 staff have served more than 45,000 students, aged 6-22, from Boston, Worcester, and Chelsea, MA. Tenacity's provides the following:
300+ hours of youth enrichment programming per year, helping middle school students from under-resourced neighborhoods grow academically and socially while improving their level of fitness.
Literacy skills that promote critical thinking and understanding through a curriculum designed around themes of social justice and student empowerment.
Racquet sports and fitness instruction that results in athletic skills, improved physical fitness, an understanding of health, enthusiasm for sport, and perseverance on and off the court.
Long-term, supportive guidance to encourage high school completion and post-secondary success.
For 25 years, Tenacity students have achieved a 95% high school graduation rate, higher than the 2021 average graduation rate in Boston (79%). Also, 75% of Tenacity students are succeeding in or have completed college or other structured post-secondary programs, which significantly exceeds the rate for Boston Public School students (38%).
Tenacity is recognized as a leader in in-school, after-school, and summer programs. All our well-rounded programs provide literacy/academic support along with racket sports/fitness instruction, offering youth personal attention and the opportunity to develop age-appropriate literacy skills, life skills, and physical fitness.
Tenacity is about to launch a new, ambitious strategic plan whose six priorities are:
Refine the program model to increase the number of students completing the College and Career Prep program and transitioning to post-secondary success.
Advance planning and design for dedicated facilities to expand program offerings and foster belonging.
Expand measurement, evaluation, and learning processes to better assess and improve impact.
Strengthen funding model to sustainably deliver on future vision.
Bolster operational capacity to align with Tenacity's future direction.
Build on and strengthen Tenacity's brand in line with refined vision for impact.
POSITION
Reporting to the CEO/Founder, the ChiefOperatingOfficer (COO) will be a critical thought partner to the CEO and other members of the Executive Leadership Team. The COO will be instrumental in establishing the groundwork for growth and enabling the CEO to focus on external relations, new facilities and fundraising. S/he will serve as a mentor and guide supporting the development of passionate, talented colleagues across program and functional areas. The COO will be charged with building the operations and the organizational infrastructure to support the strategic growth. Tenacity is seeking a leader with both the skills to facilitate Tenacity's growth and the patience to work with the organization at its current level. Of course, the winning candidate should be a champion of Tenacity's mission and goals and passionate about uplifting youth.
The COO will lead the work of five members of the Leadership team.
Director of Pathway Ace Academy
Director of Pathway Operations
Director of CCP/PSS
Director of Summer Program and School Year Racquets & Fitness
H.R. Manager
Finance and Development will continue to report to the CEO.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, people-centered leader who values teamwork, communicates with transparency, and brings strong talent development, operational discipline and strategic vision.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO on organization-wide planning, operational effectiveness, performance management, and sustainability.
Partner with the CEO and other leaders to staff committees of the Board of Directors, notably: Civics Task Force, Facilities Task Force, Operations & DEI Committee, Finance Committee.
Collaborate with the CEO and Leadership Team to achieve Tenacity's strategic goals; serve as the central point person for internal coordination across departments, ensuring clear communication and accountability across teams.
Ensure the execution of the strategic plan.
Program Oversight, Partnerships & Data
Ensure that the Program Department's resources are aligned to achieve ambitious annual and longer-term goals.
Partner with Program Directors and data staff to strengthen data collection/tracking, reporting, and evaluation systems.
Support Program Directors in maintaining strong partnerships with schools and community organizations, including assistance with contract management and logistics.
Recruit, retain, coach and lead Program staff in their professional development.
Operational Leadership
Incorporate nonprofit best practices, working closely with the CEO and CFO on operational budgets, audits, and planning.
Ensure Tenacity's facilities are safe, organized, and well-maintained.
Manage relationships with key vendors, consultants, and service providers to ensure high-quality and cost-effective operations.
Ensure organizational insurance policies (general liability, property, vehicle, workers' compensation) are current and comprehensive.
Oversee organizational systems such as SharePoint, BambooHR, and Microsoft 365 to improve communication and efficiency.
Coordinate with IT consultants to ensure reliable technology support and data organization.
Manage key transitions and initiatives, such as the 401(k) implementation and organizational systems improvements.
Team Development, Human Resources, Employee Engagement & Culture
Model and promote a culture of high performance, equity, respect, collaboration, professional growth and solutions-orientation.
Implement more sophisticated programs to ensure retention, recruitment and development of staff.
Mentor and support the professional development of Tenacity's managers and leaders.
Provide high-level support to the HR & Operations staff, particularly around employee engagement, retention, recruitment, training and culture initiatives.
Offer guidance on policy development, staff engagement, and internal communication.
Partner with HR consultants and benefit vendors to ensure smooth administration of employee benefits, payroll, and compliance.
Provide opportunities and training for staff to deliver and receive feedback.
Cross Departmental Collaboration
Support Program and Development teams in the efforts to highlight program outcomes and success stories.
Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless execution of major events, including the Tenacity Cup, Paddles to Pathways, Community Festival, Tenacity University Practicum, Pathway to Post-Secondary Success, and Summer Tennis & Reading Program (STRP).
Serve as a bridge between internal operations and external partners, modeling professionalism, accountability, and trust.
QUALIFICATIONS
Passion for Tenacity's mission and values.
A bachelor's degree is required; an advanced degree in a related field is a plus.
Minimum of ten+ years of experience leading nonprofit operations.
Experience executing against ambitious strategic plans and implementing change for a growing, mission-driven organization.
Success in leading a variety of teams from direct program engagement to operational functions, including Finance, HR, IT, Risk/Legal.
Proven record of analyzing and reporting programmatic and financial results, supporting operational excellence and improving systems/processes in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Demonstrated record of achievement in managing, motivating, inspiring, and collaborating with high-performing team of programmatic, functional and operational colleagues to achieve ambitious, measurable goals.
Comfort in working in a well-resourced, yet lean environment. Does not require an expansive staff to be effective.
Savvy manager who can prioritize competing needs, deliver tough messages and negotiate conflicts.
Confident and secure but not ego-driven.
Solutions oriented; sees the best in people.
Maintains calm in crisis.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment. Agile decision maker, innovative, curious. Flexible, can pivot.
Gets up to speed and builds trust quickly.
Knowledge of how to scale an organization experiencing rapid growth.
Knows when to push and when to wait.
Experience working in a founder-led and/or start-up organization a plus.
Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining systems and metrics to drive continuous improvement.
Excellent communications skills.
Warm, friendly and high-energy.
Effective project manager.
Impeccable integrity and ethics with excellent follow-through.
Proficient in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and HR platforms such as BambooHR.
COMPENSATION
$150,000 annually and a full benefit package.
Applications should include a letter of interest and a current resume. Please indicate in your cover email where you learned about this opportunity.
$150k yearly 1d ago
Vice President of Operations-Luxury Short Term Rentals
Talently
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
Job Title: Executive Vice President of Operations
Salary: $150,000-$165,000 + BONUS
Skills: Short Term Rental Experience, Willingness to Travel, Abscence of Ego, Super Process Driven, PropCo, OpCo
About the Hospitality Company / The Opportunity:
Step into a high-impact executive leadership role with a dynamic company at the forefront of the hospitality industry. Specializing in luxury short-term rentals and group travel experiences across premier destinations, this organization combines the warmth of hospitality with innovative, data-driven operational strategies. This opportunity offers you the chance to architect and scale sophisticated operational systems, make significant P&L improvements, and help redefine the standards for group accommodation-all while leading a geographically distributed, high-performing team in a rapidly growing sector.
Responsibilities:
Shape and execute operational strategy across all business divisions, including property operations, company operations, new property installations, and procurement.
Architect scalable processes and systems that optimize operational efficiency and drive measurable improvements in profitability across multiple markets.
Oversee and develop regional and functional leaders while cultivating a culture of operational excellence within both PropCo and OpCo entities.
Lead centralized purchasing and supply chain functions to ensure cost-effective procurement and strong vendor relationships nationally.
Manage budgets, oversee P&L performance, and implement effective cost control strategies to ensure sustainable growth.
Champion speed-to-market initiatives and process improvements to support company expansion in new and existing markets.
Preserve high guest experience standards and brand consistency across all properties and operational activities.
Travel up to 25-30% to key markets and properties, providing executive oversight and leadership presence.
Must-Have Skills:
10+ years of operations leadership, with at least 5 years at the executive or senior level in hospitality, property management, or real estate operations.
Proven experience designing and implementing operational systems in multi-market environments.
Strong expertise in P&L management, budget development, and rigorous cost control.
Successful track record leading large, multi-disciplinary teams and managing large-scale organizational change.
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent leadership training strongly preferred.
Background in centralized purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management across diverse vendors.
Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence executive stakeholders.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25-30% nationally.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
Specific experience in luxury short-term rental or group hospitality operations.
Strong familiarity with both PropCo and OpCo business models and operations.
MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field.
Technological fluency, including experience with hospitality tech platforms and data-driven decision making.
Abscence of ego and a collaborative, team-focused leadership style.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scaling environment.
$131k-215k yearly est. 3d ago
Director II, Relationship Management
The Liberty Mutual Foundation 4.5
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
Are you ready to lead one of Liberty Mutual's most strategic partnerships and make an immediate impact on growth? This is your chance to expand our Personal Lines relationship with a large external Agency - a high-volume, high-impact partnership that fuels our omni-channel distribution strategy. In this role you'll be the go-to Relationship Manager driving innovation, profitability, and collaboration across two industry giants.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow B2B2C: independently manage a key strategic relationship, driving new business, profitability, and retention.
Build relationships: cultivate strong connections across organizational levels - from frontline agents to senior leaders - adapting communication for diverse audiences.
Champion collaboration: foster teamwork internally and externally, influencing and advocating for both Liberty Mutual and the partner to achieve shared goals.
Analytical problem solving: conduct analyses and drive data‑driven decisions from reporting; experience with PowerBI is required. Proven ability to proactively identify trends and implement solutions through compelling storytelling.
Team leadership: collaborate with a geographically dispersed team of Relationship Managers, Analysts, & Product Owners to optimize processes, troubleshoot issues, and maintain alignment.
Product expertise: have the aptitude to quickly learn Liberty's personal lines products and systems, as well as the custom partner's sales integration.
Balance win now and vision: anticipate trends and effectively prioritize trade‑off decisions with scarce resources while setting a clear direction for future needs.
What We Are Looking For
Proven experience managing complex, high‑volume partner or client relationships in insurance or related industries.
Entrepreneurial spirit and eagerness to learn in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and solve problems creatively and decisively.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to adapt style for diverse audiences.
Analytical skills and comfort working with data; experience using PowerBI or similar tools is required.
Familiarity with insurance call center operations, agency workflows, and P&L management is highly desirable.
Collaborative mindset with a passion for driving business results through cross‑functional teamwork.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
Advanced degree such as MBA and/or CPCU certification preferred.
Demonstrated ability to exercise advanced negotiation skills and resolve complex business issues with internal and external parties.
Advanced knowledge of marketing practices and insurance products as demonstrated through the ability to present products and recommend marketing initiatives to clients.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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A leading global investment firm is seeking an experienced Managing Director to oversee private client assets, construct diversified portfolios, and manage client relationships. Ideal candidates will have at least 20 years of investment experience, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of capital markets. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a talented investment team and engage directly with high-net-worth clients.
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$199k-284k yearly est. 3d ago
VP, Foundation AI
Whoop 4.0
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
At WHOOP, we are building the future of human performance and healthspan. Our wearable and platform translate continuous physiological data into insights that help millions of members train smarter, recover better, and live longer, healthier lives. As WHOOP enters its next phase of AI-driven innovation, foundation models will sit at the core of how we understand human physiology, personalize guidance, and deliver clinically meaningful insights at scale.
We are seeking a VP, Foundation AI to lead the development of WHOOP's multimodal foundation models. These systems unify wearable sensor data, language, blood biomarkers, clinical information, and self-reported inputs to power the next generation of health intelligence. This is a rare opportunity to shape foundational technology with direct impact on real-world health outcomes, enabled by one of the world's richest longitudinal physiological datasets and a clear mandate to deploy AI responsibly in production.
In this role, you will report to the SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data and serve as WHOOP's most senior technical leader for in-house foundation model development. You will define modeling and architectural strategy, guide training and scaling decisions, and ensure these models mature into robust, production-grade systems that deliver measurable value to members. Partnering closely with executive leadership, product, engineering, and clinical teams, you will align technical execution with WHOOP's broader AI strategy and long-term business goals.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in large-scale AI with proven experience building and leading high-performing organizations. You bring scientific rigor, strong judgment, and strategic leadership to advance the frontier of applied AI in health while maintaining reliability, integrity, and member trust.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead a world-class team in the design, training, evaluation, and deployment of large-scale multimodal foundation models spanning wearable sensor data, language, blood biomarkers, clinical datasets, and self-reported inputs
Serve as the senior technical authority on foundation model architecture, representation learning, and training strategy, guiding critical design and investment decisions
Build, grow, and mentor a high-performing AI organization, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning
Partner closely with MLOps, data engineering, and software engineering teams to scale and serve foundation models in high-throughput, production environments
Define and drive WHOOP's long-term AI strategy, ensuring alignment between foundational research, product innovation, and company goals in health, performance, and longevity
Establish rigorous standards for model evaluation, validation, and monitoring, with a focus on robustness, generalization, and real-world performance
Communicate technical vision, milestones, and tradeoffs clearly to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment and organizational buy-in
QUALIFICATIONS
Deep expertise in modern AI and machine learning, demonstrated through significant professional or academic experience building large-scale learning systems deployed in real-world environments
At least 10 years of experience in AI and machine learning, including a minimum of 5 years leading and scaling high-performing technical teams or organizations
Proven hands-on experience developing large models from scratch using distributed training frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX, including ownership of data pipelines, training infrastructure, optimization strategies, and evaluation methodologies
Direct experience designing or leading foundation models or similarly generalizable representation learning systems that support multiple downstream tasks or modalities
Demonstrated ability to translate cutting‑edge research into durable, user‑facing products that deliver sustained and measurable real‑world value
Experience working with complex, high‑dimensional, and noisy data sources, including time‑series sensor data or multimodal datasets
Strong judgment around model robustness, evaluation, and failure modes, with an understanding of how modeling decisions impact user trust, safety, and outcomes in high‑stakes applications
Experience partnering closely with product, engineering, and infrastructure teams to deliver AI systems that balance scientific ambition with scalability, performance, and maintainability
Track record of operating effectively in regulated, safety‑critical, or trust‑sensitive domains, or of applying equivalent rigor in environments where correctness and reliability are essential
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical vision, tradeoffs, and progress to executive leadership and to both technical and non‑technical audiences
A leadership style that combines high technical standards with empathy, clarity, and a strong commitment to developing inclusive teams and future technical leaders
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MAoffice.
Interested in the role, but don't meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑verify to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.
For this position at WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, yearly bonus, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long‑term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company's long‑term growth and success.
The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $200,000 - $300,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job‑related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training.
In addition to the base salary and competitive benefits, given the strategic importance of this leadership role, we anticipate that a substantial share of total compensation will be delivered through a competitive and generous stock option grant, complementing the base salary.
The base salary ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate's specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role's requirements.
Learn more about WHOOP.
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$200k-300k yearly 5d ago
Private Banker VP - Wealth Strategy & Growth
Jpmorgan Chase & Co 4.8
Chief operating officer job in Boston, MA
A leading financial institution is seeking an experienced Private Banker to manage and enhance client relationships. This role requires over six years in Private Banking or Financial Services and the need for Series 7, 66, and Insurance licenses. Key responsibilities include advising clients on wealth management and generating new business through targeted relationships. Candidates should demonstrate strong sales success and a deep understanding of financial products. The position offers a chance to join a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.
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How much does a chief operating officer earn in Northborough, MA?
The average chief operating officer in Northborough, MA earns between $92,000 and $268,000 annually. This compares to the national average chief operating officer range of $81,000 to $229,000.
Average chief operating officer salary in Northborough, MA