Director Strategic Operations (m/f/d)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential SaaS organization seeking a Director of Strategic Operations to serve as a critical partner to their executive leadership. This is a hybrid role based in Frankfurt am Main, offering the chance to work at the intersection of strategy and execution within a growing technology company.

In this position, you will act as a force multiplier for the CEO and executive team, transforming strategic vision into actionable priorities and measurable outcomes. You'll own the leadership operating system, drive cross-functional alignment, and ensure the organization executes on its highest-value opportunities with clarity and discipline.

Responsibilities

As Director of Strategic Operations, your core responsibilities will include:

• Own and continuously refine the leadership operating system and governance cadence, including executive meetings, leadership forums, and strategic offsites
• Drive agenda planning, decision tracking, and follow-through to ensure clear ownership and timely escalation of risks and dependencies
• Lead the annual planning process in partnership with Finance and functional leaders, translating company goals into coherent plans and measurable targets
• Track strategic priorities and value creation initiatives across the organization, providing visibility on progress, milestones, and execution risks
• Increase CEO effectiveness by preparing executive meetings, customer engagements, strategic discussions, and leadership communications
• Coordinate high-quality materials, reporting, and follow-up for the Board of Directors and private equity sponsor
• Strengthen organizational alignment through clear executive messaging and visibility of company priorities

What We're Looking For

Must-Have Qualifications:

• At least 7 years of experience in business operations, executive office, transformation, program management, consulting, Chief of Staff, or comparable leadership-adjacent roles
• Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional initiatives and working closely with executive leadership teams
• Excellent planning, organizational, and program management skills with disciplined follow-through and strong execution focus
• Strategic judgment and ability to understand business priorities quickly, connect strategy with execution, and influence without formal authority
• Analytical and financial fluency, including confidence working with financial models, KPI packages, and board-level information
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with ability to turn complex information into clear, decision-ready executive materials
• Fluent English (written and spoken), high ownership, and sound judgment when handling confidential information

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Experience in a SaaS, software, or technology environment
• Experience with Board or private equity sponsor preparation, reporting, and governance
• Fluency in German
• Experience improving leadership productivity through AI-enabled tools and efficient operating rhythms

How We Work With You

Interested candidates should apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our talent team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and qualifications. If there's a strong match, we will submit your profile to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly, as all communication should flow through our recruiting process to ensure a professional and coordinated experience.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on your experience and qualifications.

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