VP, Operations

ProShares•Bethesda, MD

12h•$150,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly effective leader to drive execution, operational excellence, and cross-functional alignment across the firm’s Operations & Technology organization. This role provides leadership across Operations, Technology, Portfolio Management, Portfolio Operations, Project Management, and Client Services, ensuring strategic initiatives are effectively executed, operational risks are proactively managed, and business processes continue to evolve in support of the firm’s objectives. Working across multiple business functions, this individual will lead operational improvement initiatives, strengthen governance, optimize business processes, and enhance organizational effectiveness. This role partners closely with senior leadership while exercising significant independence in driving cross-functional initiatives, improving operational performance, and delivering measurable business outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
10–15+ years of experience in investment management, with exposure to operations, portfolio operations, and/or technology
Demonstrated success leading complex cross-functional initiatives and influencing outcomes across multiple business functions in a highly regulated investment management environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on process improvement
Exceptional organizational and project management capabilities
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution while driving organizational performance and continuous improvement
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence without formal authority
Demonstrated ability to coordinate across teams and drive alignment
High level of accountability, ownership, and follow-through

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of strategic operational initiatives across Operations, Technology, Portfolio Management, Portfolio Operations, Project Management, and Client Services, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities
Drive enterprise execution by translating strategic priorities into actional plans, measurable outcomes, and sustainable operational improvements
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen governance, reduce risk, and improve the effectiveness of business processes
Establish and maintain operational standards, governance frameworks, and best practices that promote consistency, scalability, and operational excellence
Provide executive oversight of strategic vendor relationships, including performance management, contract governance, due diligence, and cost optimization
Oversee departmental financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, expense management, and resource planning across multiple functional areas
Ensure timely execution of strategic commitments by proactively resolving operational issues, removing execution barriers, and driving accountability across teams
Provide oversight for shared operational infrastructure, business systems, vendor platforms, and administrative controls to ensure effective operations, appropriate governance, and strong delivery
Lead change management efforts by synthesizing user feedback, identifying adoption challenges, and translating insights into actionable enhancements to processes, systems, and workflows
Foster collaboration across business functions by aligning stakeholders, resolving cross-functional challenges, and promoting effective execution of enterprise initiatives
Lead high-impact operational initiatives and organizational projects that support the firm’s strategic objectives and long-term growth

Benefits

Competitive pay and discretionary bonus
Paid time off
Health care benefits (medical, dental & vision)
Additional insurance includes basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, disability and legal benefit
401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution
Spending Accounts (Health Care, Dependent Care, and Transportation)
Wellness Programs (fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program)
Education assistance
Hybrid work schedule
Additional Programs include peer recognition, corporate matching gift