About Blue Meridian Partners
Blue Meridian Partners is a pioneering philanthropic model dedicated to finding and funding scalable solutions to address issues limiting economic mobility for America’s youth and families. They pool resources to unlock substantial philanthropic capital, aiming to make strategic long-term investments that boost economic mobility from cradle to career. Blue Meridian supports nationwide and place-based strategies and is constantly seeking collaborations to create lasting impact at scale. Their work is anchored by a performance-based investing approach, and they are led by an experienced team committed to results and innovation in the social sector.
About this Role
The Managing Director, Portfolio Lead for The Studio at Blue Meridian Partners is responsible for providing senior leadership for The Studio portfolio. This includes setting strategic directions, goals, outcomes, and continuously evolving portfolio strategies. The role involves synthesizing performance and impact across the portfolio, communicating strategies and methodologies to investors, and implementing strategic and operational changes. The Managing Director will source investments, advise investee CEOs, and oversee long-term investments in organizations that address significant social issues at scale. The position demands a flexible approach, working closely with other portfolio leads, the CEO, and investors to advance Blue Meridian’s mission.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and evolution of Blue Meridian’s Studio portfolio strategy and business plans.
- Serve as the external spokesperson and representative.
- Capture ongoing learning to improve strategy and operations.
- Set clear performance expectations and monitor progress across investees.
- Oversee talent development and a healthy workplace culture within the portfolio.
- Lead rigorous due diligence and selection processes for new investments.
- Represent Blue Meridian at investee board meetings and provide strategic advice.
Requirements
- Belief in Blue Meridian’s mission and alignment with its core values.
- At least 15 years of professional experience with strategic philanthropy.
- A Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Proven track record in leading organizations or teams to innovative results.
- Strong skills in developing and managing relationships and partnerships.
- Experienced in leading high-performing teams and ensuring talent development.
- Ability to synthesize complex data and translate insights into strategies.
- Self-motivated and able to balance rigorous professionalism with responsiveness.
- Strong computer skills and willingness to travel frequently.
Benefits
- Employer contributions to a retirement savings plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with minimal employee contribution.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off including vacation/personal days and holidays.
- Half-day summer Fridays and week-long closures in summer and winter.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Home office set-up allowance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Hybrid work arrangement.