We are partnered with a PE backed Software platform and are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Strategy and Integration Lead to drive strategic planning and operational integration across the business. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and cross-functional alignment, ideal for someone who thrives in complexity, communicates with clarity, and knows how to turn plans into action.
The successful candidate will lead high-impact initiatives including M&A integration, commercial strategy alignment, systems implementation, and business transformation efforts. You’ll work closely with executive leadership, department heads, and technology teams to ensure that strategic priorities are translated into scalable, efficient, and measurable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and manage strategic initiatives that align with company goals; facilitate OKR setting and tracking across business units.
* Integration Leadership: Own end-to-end integration of new business units, platforms, and capabilities, whether from M&A, new products, or operational restructuring.
* Cross-functional Alignment: Partner with finance, product, tech, ops, and commercial teams to ensure consistent execution and clear accountability.
* Process & Systems Design: Identify operational gaps and lead the design of streamlined processes and systems to improve scalability, efficiency, and insight.
* Change Management: Lead communication and training efforts to ensure seamless adoption of new strategies and processes across teams.
* Performance Monitoring: Build dashboards, reporting frameworks, and feedback loops to measure progress, surface insights, and drive continuous improvement.
* Stakeholder Management: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, preparing materials and recommendations for board meetings, investor updates, and internal decision-making.
About You
* 5–8+ years of experience in strategic operations, corporate strategy, consulting, integration, or business transformation roles
* Proven track record of managing cross-functional initiatives in high-growth or complex environments
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with comfort navigating ambiguity
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Experience with systems and tools such as ERP, CRM, project management software, and BI platforms
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and influence without authority