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Confidential

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Confidential, Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky, United States

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Chief Operating Officer (COO)

About the Company

Ambitious professional soccer club

Industry Sports

Type Privately Held

Founded 2021

Employees 51-200

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to serve as a senior executive leader, overseeing the day-to-day management and execution of the organization's business operations. The COO will be responsible for providing operational leadership across all non-sporting functions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, financial discipline, and organizational excellence. This role involves leading financial and accounting functions, establishing and enforcing financial discipline, and supporting data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in operational and financial management, strong leadership skills, and a deep appreciation for the role of the organization within the community.

Key responsibilities for the COO at the company include executive operations and organizational management, strategic planning, and growth, as well as partnerships, contracts, and revenue support. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, capable of translating vision into action, and will be expected to build and maintain strong relationships with staff, stakeholders, and external partners. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, with an advanced degree preferred, and significant leadership experience in operations, finance, or executive management is essential. The role demands a leader with exceptional communication, relationship-building, and team leadership abilities, who can thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining a commitment to quality and integrity.

Hiring Manager Title President

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Operations