Director Of Special Strategic Initiatives (Americas)

TL;DR

Director Of Special Strategic Initiatives (Americas): Leading hirify.global’s strategic business vertical across North and South America with an accent on strategy, operations, and business development. Focus on managing high-performing teams, driving geographic expansion, and ensuring profitability and quality of large-scale events.

Location: Must be based in or near one of hirify.global’s North American offices (New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Toronto) with hybrid work (in office Monday to Thursday, remote Fridays).

Salary: $150,000–$250,000 total compensation

Company

hirify.global is a leading tech platform for culture and live entertainment, democratizing access to experiences worldwide with cutting-edge technology and data-driven solutions.

What you will do

• Lead and inspire a team of Project Managers and Producers across multiple countries.
• Drive hirify.global’s aggressive geographic expansion across the Americas by translating strategic objectives into actionable priorities.
• Manage event P&Ls to meet profitability targets and lead cost optimization initiatives.
• Continuously improve event quality and operational processes to enhance guest experience and team efficiency.
• Collaborate with global leadership and cross-functional teams to align priorities and deliver business plans.

Requirements

• Fluency in English is required; Spanish is a plus.
• Proven experience managing large-scale P&Ls and cross-country teams in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Background combining strategy consulting and hands-on executive experience in startups, PE-backed, or growth-stage companies.
• Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and ability to translate vision into execution.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the Americas.

Culture & Benefits

• Attractive compensation package with total compensation range of $150k–$250k.
• 40% discount on all hirify.global events and experiences.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plus 401k pension plan enrollment.
• Wellhub membership and opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• Young, international, and talented team with a great work environment.

Hiring process

• 30-minute video call with Talent Acquisition Manager for career and cultural fit assessment.
• 60-minute online test covering logic, analytics, and written understanding.
• 45-minute video call with future manager.
• 45-minute business case presentation prepared in advance.