Operations Analyst

Lincoln International•Chicago, IL

3h•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Operations Analyst role is a unique opportunity to be an integral part of Lincoln’s Operations team, providing valuable exposure to strategic initiatives across the firm. As an Operations Analyst, you will play a critical role in driving major growth initiatives and supporting the leadership team in driving the future of the organization. This position offers the chance to interface with senior leaders, gain insight into executive decision-making, and contribute to impactful projects that span leadership meetings, acquisitions and internal & external communications. If you are a self-starter with a passion for being detailed-oriented and organized, this role offers a dynamic and fulfilling opportunity in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. The Operations Analyst will operate under a dual-reporting structure to Lincoln’s Operations Manager and Strategic Communications Manager.

Requirements

Highly organized and flexible, with an ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative and work independently in an entrepreneurial environment.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
Positive, can-do attitude and enthusiasm for driving projects forward and supporting organizational goals.
Comfortable managing up and holding others accountable for deadlines and deliverables.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Operations, Entrepreneurship, Communications or a related field.
1-2 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in a fast-paced or project-driven environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor content for different audiences.
Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to evaluate quantitative and qualitative information to support sound decision-making.
Strong proficiency in PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Office tools.
Familiarity with managing senior-level stakeholders and understanding of meeting logistics and preparation.

Nice To Haves

Creative with content and graphic design, demonstrated experience creating visually appealing presentations and materials. Experience with graphic design (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) or other content creation software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support the administration and organization of meetings at all levels (e.g., leadership meetings, senior banker meetings, all-employee meetings, administrative meetings) and across all geographies (e.g., U.S., Europe, Global), including agenda management, meeting logistics and content development.
Partner with the Operations Manager and functional teams across Lincoln to prepare and organize content for presentations and meetings, ensuring alignment on key topics.
Assist in the creation of high-quality content, including PowerPoint presentations, reports and other materials needed for internal & external communications.
Assist in the planning and organization of major growth drivers for the firm (e.g., integration initiatives, acquisitions, acquisition integrations, firm reorganization or organizational design initiatives).
Coordinate stakeholder meeting logistics, maintain tracking tools, and support the progress of initiatives against established plans.
Support the development of change management plans for firm-wide strategic initiatives, including acquisitions, organizational changes, and leadership transitions.
Assist the Strategic Communications Manager with the execution of internal communications strategy.
Support the execution and evolution of InsideLI, the firm's internal publication, coordinating across functions, groups and leaders to source newsworthy, engagement driving and community building content, draft appropriate messaging, and coordinate distribution.
Partner with Marketing to drive maximum readership, including testing various scenarios to drive engagement including headlines, imagery, design/aesthetics, etc.
Apply insights from developing strategic meeting content and internal relationships to deliver clear, high-impact communications.
Support the buildout and ongoing management of the firm’s intranet.
Identify opportunities to standardize, enhance or create economies of scale through the course of the work, with an eye for driving efficiencies and leveraging lessons learned and best practices across workstreams.
Support in special projects with the Operations team or other functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Talent, IT).
Maintain and manage records, documentation and project plans in an organized and easily accessible manner.
Other special projects or duties as assigned.