Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

About the Company

Reputable digital publishing company

Industry
Publishing

Type
Privately Held

Founded
2009

Employees
1-10

Specialties

• publishing
• digital audiobooks
• ebooks
• and digital conversion

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join its leadership team. The COO will play a pivotal role in the organization, working closely with the Publisher and CEO to support the company's editorial vision, author relationships, and long-term growth. This is a remote position that requires a commitment to periodic in-person collaboration. The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial operator, adept at bringing structure, clarity, and follow-through to a lean, growing organization. A low-ego, servant leadership style is essential, as is the ability to earn trust quickly and a willingness to take on broad ownership of day-to-day operations over time. The ideal COO for the company will have a strong background in operations and be energized by the prospect of building and developing the organization's operational framework. Key responsibilities for the COO will include overseeing the company's operational processes, managing resources, and ensuring that the business runs efficiently to support its mission. The role demands a leader who is comfortable with ambiguity and can navigate the challenges of a dynamic, mission-driven environment. While the position is remote, the COO must be prepared for occasional in-person collaboration and be dedicated to the values and goals of the company.

Hiring Manager Title
Publisher and CEO

Functions

• Operations