Operating Partner

About the role

The Operating Partner, Finance is a key leader responsible for the successful transformation and value creation within assigned portfolio companies. You will serve as the crucial link between the Bloom Equity team and senior management at our portfolio businesses, bringing best-in-class advisory and operating support to drive critical growth, acquisitions, and operational performance goals.

Requirements

• Executive Experience: Established record of successfully building shareholder value as a former C-suite Executive and/or Operating Partner in businesses of scale. At least 15 years of work experience.
• Financial Expertise: Deep experience and understanding of finance operations, including familiarity with typical finance processes and systems.
• Sector Depth: At least 10 years in a relevant operating role within a mid-size to global, complex Enterprise Software or Technology-Enabled Services business or private equity operating group.
• Collaborative Mindset: Proven experience operating in an agile, team-oriented environment; unlike some PE firms the Bloom operating group engages as a team, not as individuals.
• PE Acumen: Significant experience working under private equity ownership is required; prior experience serving on Boards of Directors is preferred.
• Operational Expertise: Deep knowledge of key enterprise software metrics and the ability to drive accountability at all organizational levels. Proven success advising or operating in businesses that have undergone significant operational changes, cost controls, and value maximization efforts.
• Change Management: Not afraid of making challenging decisions involving organizational and strategic changes with strong ability to handle highly complex and high-pressure situations.
• Strategic Balance: Proven ability to balance near-term tactical needs with long-term strategic requirements, translating private equity investment conviction into operational reality.
• Execution Focus: Demonstrated wins in building and managing organizations characterized by operational excellence, budget efficacy, and seamless delivery against all operating KPIs for both top- and bottom-line growth.
• Leadership: A strong, passionate leader and brand ambassador, energized by a rapid pace of change and committed to building high-performance, collaborative teams.
• Strong Work Ethic: Able to be on standby whenever required with strong ability to handle high pressure situations and quick turnaround times.

Qualifications

• Top-tier education, relevant advanced degree (MBA, JD, or equivalent) a plus.

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