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Assistant Director, Operations

firstPRO, Inc, Boston, MA, United States


Associate Director, Business Operations & Strategy Boston, MA (Hybrid)

Overview We’re looking for a strategic operator to partner with leadership across Technology, Media, and Facilities to improve performance, drive efficiency, and support key business decisions.

This role sits at the intersection of

operations, analytics, and strategy . You’ll work closely with senior leaders to understand how teams operate, identify opportunities for improvement, and help guide priorities across a large, complex division.

If you enjoy solving problems, connecting data to real-world decisions, and influencing how teams operate, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities Strategy & Execution

Partner with leadership to set priorities and support execution across multiple departments

Evaluate initiatives, projects, and investments to ensure alignment with overall goals

Help leadership make informed decisions by providing clear, data-backed insights

Support long-term planning and organizational strategy

Performance & Insights

Analyze operational and business performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities

Build simple, effective dashboards and reporting to improve visibility across teams

Translate data into clear recommendations that drive action

Track key initiatives and measure impact over time

Operational Improvement

Identify inefficiencies and recommend ways to improve processes and workflows

Standardize how teams plan, track, and manage their work

Partner with department leaders to improve accountability and execution

Support evaluation of vendors, tools, and external partnerships

Cross-Functional Leadership

Act as a connector across Technology, Media, and Facilities teams

Influence stakeholders and drive alignment across groups with different priorities

Support leadership with presentations, reporting, and key initiatives

Provide guidance to operational staff and help elevate how teams use data

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, or related field

7+ years of experience in business operations, strategy, consulting, or similar roles

Experience working in complex, multi-team environments

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proven ability to work with and influence senior stakeholders

Key Skills

Strategic thinking and execution

Strong communication and storytelling with data

Ability to simplify complex problems

Cross-functional collaboration and influence

Comfort working with data (Excel, reporting tools, etc.)

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