Director, Epilepsy Business Operations

LivaNova•Austin, TX

15d

About The Position

As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives. Job Overview: The Director, Epilepsy Business Operations serves as the primary operational partner to the President, Global Epilepsy, overseeing business priorities, executive project management, and board‑level presentation development. This highly visible, individual‑contributor role also manages the President’s annual operating calendar and leadership meeting cadence, requiring exceptional executive presence and the ability to independently and proactively collaborate with the senior leadership team (SLT) and executive leadership team (ELT). Success in this position demands strong technical and business communication skills, as the role collaborates closely with functional leaders across Commercial Sales, Commercial Operations, Global Marketing, R&D, Operations, Quality, HEMAR, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, and other key partners. Proven experience in Neuromodulation is preferred. Reporting directly to the President, Global Epilepsy, the Director must demonstrate exceptional project leadership, emotional intelligence, and situational awareness, with the capability to support the President’s leadership team forums, external conferences, and advisory boards as needed. PREFERRED LOCATION OF CANDIDATE US Eastern or Central Time Zones

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required
10+ years of experience working with senior leaders in project management or other chief of staff type positions —ideally Director level roles in the medical or medical device space—with a standout track record of leading and delivering high-profile, high-stakes initiatives.
Proven ability to influence and energize cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects with precision and momentum.
Dynamic facilitator with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, able to drive clarity, alignment, and action in every setting.
Powerful executive presence, with the confidence and credibility to engage and influence C-suite and senior-level stakeholders.
Strong business acumen and the ability to translate strategy into operational execution that accelerates enterprise outcomes.
Highly organized, agile, and skilled at orchestrating multiple strategic workstreams in fast-moving environments.
Brings a caring, empathetic, and solution-driven leadership style that strengthens culture and elevates team performance.
Demonstrated dedication to LivaNova’s mission, vision, strategic and human imperatives, with a passion for advancing the Epilepsy business.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience in Neuromodulation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Executive Operations - Serve as the primary operations partner to the President, Global Epilepsy—translating enterprise priorities into clear action plans, decision pathways, and executive-ready deliverables.
Lead and create board-level, investor-facing, and enterprise strategy presentations, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compelling executive narratives.
Manage the President’s annual operating rhythm, including strategic planning cycles, business reviews, performance check-ins, and SLT governance routines.
Leadership Team Enablement - Independently design, facilitate, and run highly effective Senior Leadership Team (SLT) meetings, including agenda development, pre-reads, decision tracking, and post-meeting execution accountability.
Maintain operating discipline across the Epilepsy leadership team by establishing standards for alignment, communication, and performance measurement.
Cross-Functional Business Integration - Act as the connector across Commercial, Marketing, R&D, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and HEMAR to ensure that business priorities are integrated, sequenced appropriately, and progressing as planned.
Anticipate interdependencies, risks, and operational barriers—mobilizing cross-functional partners to proactively address challenges and keep high-visibility initiatives on track.
Executive Project Leadership - Lead or oversee complex, high-priority programs on behalf of the President, including strategic initiatives, transformation efforts, and accelerated execution needs.
Provide structure to ambiguous or undefined business problems by framing critical questions, conducting research, synthesizing insights, and presenting recommendation-ready solutions.
Communication, Influence & Stakeholder Engagement - Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the President and leadership team, offering objective viewpoints, strategic insight, and operational clarity.
Prepare leadership for key internal and external engagements, including enterprise forums, global conferences, customer-facing events, and advisory boards.
Business Performance & Operational Excellence - Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and performance reviews to provide ongoing visibility into business progress, functional execution, and enterprise alignment.
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and transparent communication across the Epilepsy organization.
Culture, People & Human Imperatives - Model and promote a diverse, inclusive, and high-trust workplace culture aligned with the LivaNova Strategic and Human Imperatives.