Director, Business Development Strategy & Executive Operations

Director, Business Development Strategy and Executive Operations Responsible for driving the organization’s operating rhythm, ensuring organizational improvement, supporting strategic growth, and providing strategic support to core business development functions and their executive leaders.
Responsibilities Own the SVP’s operating rhythm: plan and facilitate leadership meetings, offsites, and organizational performance reviews.
Act as trusted advisor and thought partner to the SVP on organizational priorities and strategic projects.
Coordinate cross‑functional initiatives on behalf of the SVP, driving accountability and follow‑through across teams.
Prepare executive communications, board materials, and talking points.
Triage and prioritize issues escalated to the SVP; act with delegated authority when appropriate.
Support tracking of Global Business Development KPIs.
Assist the SVP in oversight of the department budget and lead interface management with corporate finance functions for budget adherence.
Lead development of the annual and multi‑year strategic planning process, ensuring alignment with the SVP and executive‑level objectives.
Oversee adherence to processes supporting senior Global Business Development leaders.
Drive continuous process improvement across the Global Business Development functions.
Support the VP of Capture in implementing process improvement, automation, and AI tools to expedite capture efficiency.
Support the VP of Customer Relationship Management and Strategic Marketing in pursuing non‑traditional customer and strategic partner opportunities.
Design scalable tools, templates, and playbooks that reduce friction and increase team effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of relevant experience.
8‑12 years of experience in business operations, global business development, or management consulting, including direct partnership with a senior executive.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive/board‑level materials.
Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams.
Core Competencies Executive presence and discretion in handling sensitive information.
Strategic thinking paired with operational execution discipline.
Strong influence skills without direct authority over cross‑functional stakeholders.
Comfort operating with ambiguity and shifting priorities.
High EQ and trusted‑advisor relationship with senior leadership.
Location & Travel Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD
Work Site Expectations: 4‑5 days in office
Travel Expectations: Up to 10% as needed for project assignments
Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am – 5:00pm ET, Monday – Friday
Compensation Salary Range (base only): $220,000 (US)
This range is determined based on job requirements and may vary by location and cost of living. Offers will be commensurate with qualifications and will be influenced by internal equity and market data.

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