Strategic Operations Analyst

As the Strategic Operations Analyst, you are the connective tissue of the Business Technology (BT) department, reporting directly to the VP of BT. Operating at the intersection of technical execution and corporate strategy, your mission is to transform high‑level vision into operational reality, accelerating the BT department by driving project accountability, optimizing governance, and aligning the technical roadmap with the company’s rapid growth.

This role is based at our headquarters in McLean, Virginia. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office five days a week.

• Lead complex, cross‑functional projects that require a blend of technical fluency and business acumen.
• Drive projects to completion by managing stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Apply a numerical lens to project success. Define and track KPIs/SLAs to measure the ROI of BT initiatives and the efficiency of departmental output.
• Draft strategic documents, initiative plans, and operational plans. Prepare and refine executive presentations for the VP.
• Act as a filter and facilitator, helping the VP prioritize initiatives to ensure the roadmap stays aligned with broader business goals.
• Coordinate leadership meetings and department‑wide “All Hands.” Set rigorous agendas and track action items across technical work streams to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
• Provide oversight and management of vendor contracts, ensuring favorable terms and alignment with the BT budget and procurement standards.
• Take the lead in organizing departmental events, offsites, and major meetings that foster a high‑performance culture.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for inter‑departmental inquiries, ensuring the BT brand is professional, responsive, and strategic.

• 5+ years of experience in Project Management, Business Operations, or Chief of Staff roles, preferably within a high‑growth SaaS or technology environment.
• Proven ability to draft strategy documents and contribute to long‑term resource planning.
• Highly comfortable with data; able to build dashboards or models to track project health and departmental performance.
• Exceptional writing and presentation skills; ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear updates for non‑technical executives.
• Experience navigating the ambiguity of a fast‑growing company and the ability to pivot priorities as business needs evolve.

Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family‑forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

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