Director, Business Development Strategy & Executive Operations

X Energy, LLC is seeking a Director, Business Development Strategy and Executive Operations to serve as a trusted advisor and operational partner to the SVP of Global Business Development.
Responsibilities Own the SVP’s operating rhythm: planning and facilitating leadership meetings, offsites, and organizational performance reviews.
Serve as a 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 the tracking of Global Business Development KPIs.
Support the SVP of Global Business Development in overseeing the department budget and lead interface management with corporate finance functions for tracking budget adherence.
Lead development of the annual and multi‑year Global Business Development strategic planning process, ensuring alignment with SVP and executive‑level objectives.
Oversee adherence to process in support of senior Global Business Development functional leaders.
Drive continuous process improvement across the Global Business Development functions.
Support the VP of Capture to implement process improvement, automation, and the use of artificial intelligence tools to expedite business development capture efficiency.
Support the VP of Customer Relationship Management and Strategic Marketing in the pursuit of non‑traditional customer and strategic partner opportunities, as required.
Design scalable tools, templates, and playbooks that reduce friction and increase effectiveness of the team.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of relevant experience, including 8–12 years in business operations, global business development, or management consulting, with 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.
Executive presence and discretion in handling sensitive information.
Strategic thinking paired with operational execution discipline.
Strong influence skills absent direct authority over cross‑functional stakeholders.
Comfort operating with ambiguity and shifting priorities.
High EQ; trusted‑advisor relationship with senior leadership.
Location 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD
Work Site Expectations 4–5 days in office.
Travel Expectations Up to 10% as needed for project assignment.
Hours Standard office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday – Friday.
Compensation Salary range for this position is $220,000 – $240,000, based on experience, education, and qualifications.
Benefits 401(k) plan with employer match
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life and Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy
Equal Opportunity Statement X Energy, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. X Energy, LLC participates in E‑Verify.

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