Operations Manager - Strategic Consulting Business

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Operations Manager – Strategic Consulting Firm (Remote, U.S.)

Schedule : 11 : 00 AM – 4 : 00 PM ET (Melbourne, FL time) + 3 flexible hours

Location : Remote (U.S.) | Type : Full-time

We’re recruiting on behalf of a high-impact, boutique consulting firm that partners with leading science and healthcare organizations transforming the world through innovation. Their clients are developing breakthrough therapies and revolutionizing healthcare — and this firm builds the cultures and operational systems that allow these organizations to succeed.

They’re seeking a senior Operations Manager to own and scale all back-office operations. This is a high-visibility, strategic, and hands-on role where you’ll :

Lead financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and expense strategy

Build and optimize scalable operational systems, including AI and automation solutions

Oversee HR administration, compliance, and recruiting processes

Manage client contracting, vendor relationships, and technology infrastructure

Lead and develop the Operations Coordinator and scale the function as the firm grows

You will directly enable the leadership team to focus on strategy and client impact while ensuring the firm’s operational engine runs smoothly and efficiently.

Ideal Candidate

7+ years’ operations experience in a U.S.-based consulting or professional services firm

Proven ability to manage team members and delegate effectively

Strong financial and systems acumen with experience designing scalable processes

Hands-on success implementing AI or automation tools to improve efficiency

Proficiency with Excel, Asana (or similar), and QuickBooks / Gusto

Why This Role

Work with mission-driven clients shaping the future of healthcare and science

Play a pivotal role in a firm poised for growth, designing systems that can triple operational capacity

Flexible remote schedule and a collaborative, purpose-driven culture

Opportunity to make a tangible impact on both firm operations and client success

If you’re an operations leader who thrives on building systems, optimizing processes, and enabling teams to achieve their best, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

7+ years’ operations experience in a U.S.-based consulting or professional services firm Proven ability to manage team members and delegate effectively Strong financial and systems acumen with experience designing scalable processes Hands-on success implementing AI or automation tools to improve efficiency Proficiency with Excel, Asana (or similar), and QuickBooks / Gusto