Senior Manager in Operational Excellence executing initiatives at Ryan, specializing in operational alignment and enterprise planning. Collaborating with leaders to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans.
Responsibilities
Works with the Chief of Staff to develop, deploy, maintain, and/or assess best practices, policies, procedures, delegation of authorities, key performance indicators, key contracts, and other operational processes as needed.
Partner with business leaders to lead execution of strategic and operational initiatives that support the Office of the COO and enterprise-wide goals.
Support the planning and facilitation of enterprise operating rhythms, including quarterly business reviews, annual planning cycles, leadership meetings, and other executive operating cadences.
Develop and manage project plans for key firmwide initiatives; ensure timely follow-up, risk identification, and issue resolution.
Collaborate with business unit and functional leaders to ensure consistent tracking, reporting, and delivery of high-impact projects and cross-functional efforts.
Maintain tools and processes to support enterprise-wide delegation of authority, approval workflows, and escalation protocols.
Coordinate with the Director of Policy Governance to align operational processes with policy development and ensure effective communication of policy changes.
Support the administration and refinement of the Delegation of Authority (DoA) framework—including maintaining documentation, tracking updates, and coordinating version control across the enterprise.
Coordinate with business unit leaders to ensure adherence to DoA policies, providing first-line guidance on escalation protocols and routing expectations.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with business unit leaders helping to gather input, resolve discrepancies, and ensure consistent application of governance standards across business units.
Monitor compliance trends and escalate risks or inconsistencies in decision rights or approvals to the Chief of Staff for resolution.
Contribute to training and communication efforts related to DoA updates, ensuring stakeholders understand their roles, responsibilities, and the pathways for approval.
Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reporting for senior executives and leadership meetings.
Serve as a connector across business units, enabling coordination and removing obstacles to execution.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree required preferably in Business, Finance, Information Technology or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
5+ years of total work experience in operations at a publicly-held company
Change management certification and project management background preferred but not required
Experience working with senior executives
Proven track record of making an impact, developing and executing on strategies and delivering superior results in both the short and long term
Attention to detail with excellent time management and multitasking/prioritization abilities
Well organized, able to prioritize well, work efficiently. Shows flexibility as workloads fluctuate.
Ability to handle multiple assignments and manage major projects to successful completion
Advanced skills in Microsoft® Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Smartsheet, PowerBi, and Internet navigation and research.
Valid driver’s license required.
Benefits
Generous Personal Time Off (PTO)
14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)
Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement
401K with Employer Match
Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
Fertility Assistance Program
Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service
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