Venture Ops Lead

What You Will Do

• Lead investor engagement; convert assessments into contracted services and scoped continuing advice programs.
• Define deliverables, windows, terms; ensure capacity and renewal criteria are documented and reviewed.
• Coordinate with Venture Operations Officer on DC engagements, liaison, and partner follow‑through.
• Use assessments to inform origination priorities; return investor requirements to analytic owners promptly.
• Review commercial outcomes; resolve issues; report realized value and renewal evidence for decisions.
• Manage source‑sharing decisions with counsel; record rights, recipients, and onboarding contacts.
• Protect analytic independence; separate direct consideration from non‑cash economics transparently.
• Adjust engagement sequences as evidence, capacity, and partner demand change across markets.

What You Will Need

• TEN (10)+ years of relevant experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD “TOP SECRET” security clearance
• Demonstrated experience performing responsibilities directly related to the position.
• Ability to work in complex, multidisciplinary environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating with senior leaders, technical experts, or operational stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality results.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, International Affairs, Management, or a related field.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in intelligence, national security, defense, technology, or private‑sector mission environments.
• Experience developing strategic plans, assessments, technical products, or operational frameworks.
• Experience working across organizations and integrating diverse stakeholder requirements.
• Familiarity with data analytics, AI/ML, knowledge management, or operational planning.
• Experience supporting executive decision‑making and governance processes.
• Experience leading teams, projects, programs, or technical initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, methodologies, and mission outcomes.