Vice President, Operations

This is a Full Time Job

VP of Operations

The Vice President of Operations will support the office of the Chairman of the Board & CEO. This position will interface with key leaders and partners across WWE to execute strategies and plans to drive execution of all business priorities. Based in Stamford, CT, the ideal candidate will have an extensive business background and/or an MBA with a special focus on executive-level advising and interdepartmental collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:
• Directly responsible for supporting the Chairman/CEO in running the day-to-day operations of WWE's business units and bridging the gap between strategic planning and tactical execution
• Manage the flow of information to and from the Chairman; operate as the primary liaison with management, staff, and external organizations and leaders as appropriate.
• Ensuring the proper allocation of Chairman's time to enable him to deliver on key objectives and focus on broader-based corporate issues
• Assist and advise the Chairman in developing and managing the short- and long-term strategic objectives of their company; maintain focus on progress against the objectives and ensure deadlines are met
• Support and facilitate various management meetings, including weekly meetings, business reviews, Board of Directors meetings, and team off-sites as necessary; create documents on behalf of the Chairman for use with the executive management team and Board of Directors
• Inform and advise the Chairman on all issues, internal or external, where a potential conflict or future breakdown may occur
• Assist and communicate with executives in decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration or similar field preferred
• 12+ years in a business or executive management role
• Maintain a high degree of discretion, prioritization, and project management skills, as well as the ability to influence and reach amicable and successful solutions
• Help sustain a positive, entrepreneurial, and high performing culture to facilitate delivery of WWE's strategic goals
• Outstanding facilitator for cross-functional thinking to define complex issues, facilitate ideas, influence thinking, and build consensus around decisions or effectively lead discussion towards decision
• 24x7 availability; Poise and grace under pressure
• Excellent leadership, communication and prioritization skills
• Experience planning and leading strategic initiatives

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