Strategy + Operations Lead

TL;DR

Strategy + Operations Lead: Developing, launching, and managing original live entertainment events with an accent on budget and executional ownership, and scaling events to new markets globally. Focus on building and managing project manager teams, fostering C-level executive relationships, and driving revenue through sales performance and operational quality.

Location: Hybrid, requiring presence in the New York office Monday-Thursday with Fridays optional remote. Candidates must have US work authorization.

Salary: $120,000–$140,000

Company

hirify.global is the world’s leading tech platform for culture and live entertainment, aiming to democratize access to culture and empower event creators.

What you will do

• Build and manage a team of project managers based in the NY office for scalable projects.
• Develop and maintain high-level relationships with C-level executives from major entertainment companies.
• Oversee team performance to ensure achievement of quality and revenue goals quarterly.
• Grow event revenue by maximizing sales, ensuring customer excellence, and managing operational quality and budgets.
• Scale experiences to other cities, with opportunities for travel.
• Negotiate and close business deals with partners and manage internal teams involved in projects.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience in project management, startup, or consulting background.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with proven team management experience.
• Solution-focused mindset, identifying problems and defining solutions with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Experience managing complex projects and influencing all levels of staff.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and C-level relationship management.
• Extensive networking skills and the ability to forge partnerships.
• Native English proficiency.

Nice to have

• MBA from a top-tier school.

Culture & Benefits

• Attractive compensation package including base salary and bonus potential.
• 40% discount on all hirify.global events and experiences.
• Health and dental insurance, plus a Wellhub Membership.
• 22 days of annual leave.
• Option to work from home on Fridays.
• Opportunity to have a real impact in a high-growth global category leader.
• 401(K) plan.

Hiring process

• A 30-min video call with a Talent Acquisition Manager.
• A 60-min online test covering logic, analytics, and written understanding.
• A 30-min interview with your future manager.
• A 45-60 min business case presentation to a small panel.