Director of Operations / Strategy

Summary :

The director of ops / strategy strategic and operational leader, supporting the cofounder in driving company-wide planning, cross-functional coordination, and executive-level initiatives. This role focuses on adding structure, managing processes, and ensuring alignment across teams to achieve company goals. The director of ops / strategy will also act as a key representative of the Sentient cofounder, guiding informed decisions, writing on their behalf, and fostering a culture of trust and collaboration.

Responsibilities :

Strategic Planning & Execution

Lead annual and quarterly planning, ensuring all teams are aligned with strategic goals.

Track and monitor goals / roadmaps to ensure alignment with Sentient mission & strategy.

Facilitate cross-functional coordination, resolving dependencies and bottlenecks.

Collaborate with department heads to drive execution and accountability.

Be a positive force for operational excellence, improving company and cross-functional velocity through collaboration, communication and process.

Executive Support & Communication

Prepare cofounder for strategy, operation and finance meetings, offering market and partner context, data + insights and key talking points.

Represent the cofounder in meetings, ensuring their voice / perspective is accurately reflected.

Draft communications and documents on behalf of the cofounder, maintaining consistency in tone and messaging.

Support the cofounder in making real-time decisions to move projects forward efficiently.

Requirements :

3+ years of experience in operations, strategy, business development, investment banking or a similar role, preferably in a high-growth environment

MBA / Investment Banking / Consulting experience is a plus

Strong track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and company-wide planning.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills,

Excellent judgment, decision-making skills, and the ability to build consensus.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Understanding of open source software and artificial intelligence is a plus