Senior Director, Global Strategy and Operations

Description & Requirements

This role is open to US Bain offices, with a strong preference for NYC, Boston, and Chicago offices. WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the #1 ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have maintained a spot in the top four on Glassdoor’s list since its founding in 2009. Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally. WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH Global Strategy and Operations, Office of the Worldwide Managing Partner (WMP) supports Bain’s global strategy and operations initiatives, including strategy development, review, and deployment; governance priorities and processes; strategic resourcing; and WMP events and communications. The team also coordinates with other departments across Bain, including Finance, Marketing, Commercial Operations, Talent, Technology Services, Regions, and Vector, to ensure alignment of key priorities. WHERE YOU’LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAM The Senior Director, Strategy & Operations is the senior leader responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Bain Strategy Team, responsible for leading the execution of the firm's strategic planning activities and leading the delivery of high-priority strategic initiatives. Reporting to the Global Head of Strategy, the Senior Director ensures the team operates effectively, delivers high-quality strategic insights, and supports leadership in advancing Bain's strategic agenda. The Senior Director partners closely with the Global Head of Strategy to lead the execution of key strategic planning activities and enterprise strategic initiatives. Working with the Global Head of Strategy to establish Bain’s strategic direction and overall strategy agenda, the Senior Director is responsible for leading the team’s execution, coordinating priority workstreams, and delivering strategic analyses and recommendations that support executive decision-making. The role leads a team of permanent, rotational, and offshore strategy professionals, establishing priorities, allocating resources, developing talent, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment. Reporting to the Global Head of Strategy within the Office of the Worldwide Managing Partner (WMP), the Senior Director works closely with WMP, members of the Global Operating Committee (GOC) and Board of Directors (BOD), Practice Leaders, and leaders across Finance, Talent, Commercial, Vector, Capabilities, and other global functions to support priority strategic initiatives across the firm. The ideal candidate combines exceptional strategic thinking with excelling at structuring ambiguous problems, leading multidisciplinary teams, managing competing priorities, and influencing senior stakeholders in a highly collaborative environment. WHAT YOU’LL DO Strategy Planning & Enterprise Initiatives (40%) Partner with the Global Head of Strategy in coordinating the firm's strategic planning process. Lead execution of key strategy planning workstreams, ensuring high-quality analysis, stakeholder engagement, and timely delivery. Synthesize market, financial, and organizational insights into strategic recommendations for executive leadership. Monitor industry trends and emerging opportunities to inform strategic planning. Develop presentations and support analyses for executive leadership discussions. Strategic Projects & Business Analysis (30%) Lead complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives addressing high-priority business opportunities and challenges. Structure ambiguous business problems, develop