Strategy & Operations Associate

Zayo • Denver, CO

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About The Position

Zayo is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Strategy & Operations Associate to join our Commercial Strategy & Operations team. This is an entry-level role focused on supporting the execution of the Commercial organization's cadence and contributing to key strategic and operational initiatives. In this role, you will build foundational skills in business operations, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration while gaining exposure to how strategic decisions are developed and executed. This position is designed for early-career individuals who are eager to learn, take ownership of assigned tasks, and develop into future strategy and operations professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field.
• Zero to two (0-2) years of professional experience; internship or co-op experience in consulting, finance, operations, or a fast-paced business environment.
• Proficiency in Excel — formulas, pivot tables, and basic data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willing to learn, take initiative, ask good questions, and follow through on assigned work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or project experience in consulting, operations, finance, or related field.
• Exposure to data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau or PowerBI).
• Experience supporting presentations, reports, and structured analyses.
• Interest in business strategy, operations, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of recurring Commercial operating cadence (e.g., staff meeting, business reviews, etc.), preparing agendas, organizing materials, and tracking follow-ups.
• Assist in improving meeting process and internal workflows to increase efficiency and consistency.
• Maintain documentation of action items, key decisions, and meeting outputs to ensure visibility and accountability.
• Support the creation and maintenance of project plans, timelines, and status updates for Commercial initiatives.
• Coordinate across cross-functional partners (e.g., Product, Sales, Marketing) to gather inputs and track progress against deliverables.
• Assist in documenting processes, tracking KPIs, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain and update dashboards and reoccurring reports, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct basic data analysis to identify trends and support decision-making.

Benefits

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level