Senior Director, Innovation & Delivery

Lead the creation, stabilization, and execution of high-priority strategic initiatives, especially in areas with unclear or emerging ownership.

• Step into critical ownership gaps and serve as interim leader for high-impact initiatives or strategic domains.
• Design and implement operating models, including governance structures, decision-making cadence, and accountability frameworks.
• Drive end-to-end execution of strategic initiatives with a strong focus on measurable business outcomes.
• Identify, design, and deploy AI-driven and emerging technology solutions to improve operational performance and problem-solving capabilities.
• Bring structure and momentum to underdeveloped or fragmented business areas, ensuring clarity of priorities and execution.
• Lead through ambiguity by defining direction, consolidating ownership, and removing execution blockers.
• Partner closely with senior executives and cross-functional leaders to align on strategy and execution.
• Ensure initiatives are successfully transitioned to long-term owners once stable operating models are in place.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and execution roadmaps.
• Continuously improve how work is organized, tracked, and delivered across functions.

Requirements:

This role requires exceptional strategic and operational leadership experience in high-judgment, fast-paced environments, along with a strong ability to operate in ambiguity.

• 10+ years of experience in management consulting, investing, business operations, strategy, startup leadership, or similar high-performance environments (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG or equivalent).
• Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from strategy through execution.
• Strong systems thinking with the ability to design scalable operating models and organizational structures.
• High comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-changing environments with incomplete information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to move between strategic thinking and detailed execution.
• Excellent communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders including C-level leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build structure where none exists and drive clarity in complex situations.
• Experience working on high-stakes initiatives requiring rapid decision-making and disciplined execution.
• Strong ability to collaborate across functions while maintaining ownership of outcomes.
• Passion for solving meaningful, complex business problems and delivering tangible results.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary range: $200,000 – $260,000 USD
• Performance-based bonus and equity opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Flexible, remote-first work environment
• Generous paid time off and company-wide mental health days
• Access to learning programs, mentorship, and professional development funding
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with discounted equity opportunities
• Home office setup reimbursement and monthly tech stipends (cell phone & internet)
• Paid parental leave and family support benefits
• Strong focus on mental well-being, including no-meeting Fridays and wellness resources
• Inclusive, mission-driven culture focused on improving healthcare outcomes