Sr Principal, Executive Operations - Ads & Data Platforms

Job Summary

The Senior Principal of Ad & Data Platforms Executive Operations serves as an operational partner and advisor to the EVP, driving clarity, alignment, and execution across a large‑scale, global advertising technology organization.
Key Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to the EVP, shaping and advancing the Ad & Data Platforms organization.
Establish and run the operating model for the executive leadership team.
Own preparation of executive‑level materials, including CTO newsletters, Chairman reports, and enterprise‑wide updates that align roadmap, strategy, and capital allocation.
Act as a primary liaison between the Ad Platforms leadership team and broader enterprise stakeholders.
Partner with executive and senior leaders to define and execute Ad Platforms initiatives.
Drive capital allocation processes to ensure resources are aligned to the highest‑impact initiatives and long‑range objectives.
Support long‑range planning, annual budgeting, and quarterly forecasting in partnership with Finance and cross‑functional stakeholders.
Organize key staffing initiatives, facilitating headcount requests and approvals through clear, executive‑ready data and insights.
Drive operational outcomes that strengthen org health and effectiveness across ADP, serving as a culture carrier and enabling positive organizational change.
Unify teams under a cohesive technology and operating narrative, improving stakeholder clarity and confidence.
Lead key organizational communications and engagement forums such as town halls, leadership updates, and strategic readouts.
Partner with functional and operational leaders to adapt operating models as organizational needs evolve.
Basic Qualifications

Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in business operations, project management or a related field within a technology‑driven organization.
Extensive experience supporting C‑suite or EVP‑level executives, including acting in a Chief of Staff, executive advisor, or equivalent strategic leadership role.
Demonstrated ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels—setting direction while driving execution.
Proven experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives across Enterprise, including Engineering, Product, Finance, HR, or Portfolio organizations.
Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation, and portfolio management.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of preparing executive‑ and Board‑level materials.
High degree of judgment, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential matters.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience within large‑scale technology, media, advertising, or platform‑based organizations.
Proven success driving organizational change, operating model design, or transformation initiatives.
Ability to engage with technical leaders and understand engineering concepts well enough to inform prioritization and decision‑making.
Strong organizational, program management, and prioritization skills in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments.
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
Compensation: The hiring range for this position in SanFrancisco,CA is $227,200 - $304,700. Base pay is determined by internal equity, geographic region, etc. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

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