Project Lead, Strategic Operations

Druva, the autonomous data security company, puts data security on autopilot with a 100% SaaS, fully managed platform to secure and recover data from all threats. The Druva Data Security Cloud ensures the availability, confidentiality, and fidelity of data - providing customers with autonomous protection, rapid incident response, and guaranteed data recovery. The company is trusted by its more than 6,000 customers, including 65 of the Fortune 500, to defend business data in today’s ever-connected world. Amidst a rapidly evolving security landscape, Druva offers a $10 million Data Resiliency Guarantee ensuring customer data is protected and secured against every cyber threat. Visit druva.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X and Facebook.

Project Lead, Strategic Operations - Office of CEO

Job Summary

The Project Lead, Strategic Operations, will be part of a team that helps run the rhythm of the business across three major categories: Business Planning, Strategic Operations, and Strategy. The role is highly cross functional in nature and helps drive the company’s top priorities. This is a high-impact role with high visibility in the company reporting into the Office of the CEO.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Insights, Decision Support and Analysis:

• Assist the Office of the CEO in gathering data, conducting research, and analyzing business trends to support decision-making.
• Provide insights and recommendations on strategic initiatives based on business performance and market conditions.
  
  

Strategic Project Management And Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead and manage high-priority projects, collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement project timelines, monitor progress, and ensure successful completion of initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Serve as a liaison between various departments, ensuring effective collaboration and timely follow-up on key action items
• Provide regular updates to the CEO and ensure that projects are executed
  
  

Corporate Planning And Alignment

• Help manage corporate calendar (Company All Hands, Quarterly Business Reviews, EStaff Meetings) through: Agenda setting, Content outlines and creation, Follow-up with summary notes and action items
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering or a related field.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience.
• Proven experience working directly with senior leadership, preferably in a corporate or fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of business operations and strategy development.
  

Skills

• Exceptional project management, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with senior executives and stakeholders.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Google / Microsoft Office Suite and other business tools.
  
  

Desired Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to think strategically and act tactically.
• High level of emotional intelligence and adaptability.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
• Prior experience at a high-growth start-up is a plus.
• Strong understanding of SaaS business model.
  
  

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $112,000 and $157,333/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized, non-discriminatory factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions, and equity. Additionally, full-time employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including health and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement plan, life and disability insurance coverages, and other benefits the Company may offer from time to time.