Director, business operations

Lumenci is seeking a high-performing, analytically driven business professional who is ready to broaden their leadership scope and partner directly with the CEO to help scale a high-growth, private equity-backed organization. This position is preferably based in Austin, TX however New York, NY will be considered.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, strategic finance, or business operations, combined with exceptional analytical capabilities, financial acumen, and business judgment. They are intellectually curious, highly organized, and thrive in environments that demand disciplined execution, sound decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple strategic priorities simultaneously.

This role is designed for an ambitious leader who has demonstrated a consistent record of high performance, is eager to expand beyond a functional discipline, and is motivated by the opportunity to contribute across finance, operations, strategic initiatives, and executive decision-making. Success in this role requires professionalism, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering measurable business outcomes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

About Lumenci

Founded in 2018, Lumenci is a premier intellectual property consulting firm specializing in patent litigation, expert witness testimony, and patent monetization for leading corporations and global law firms operating across the software, telecommunications, semiconductors, and emerging technology sectors.

A key part of Lumenci’s model is the integration of deep technical expertise with litigation strategy. Our teams support high-stakes disputes by developing technical narratives, performing rigorous analysis, and partnering with world-class expert witnesses whose testimony shapes case outcomes in courts and arbitration forums worldwide.

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, with offices in San Francisco, New York, Dallas, Houston and Gurugram, India, Lumenci delivers end-to-end support spanning technical analysis, expert strategy, valuation, and monetization execution. Our differentiated approach, which combines engineering depth, litigation experience, and operational rigor, has resulted in long-term partnerships with leading law firms and technology companies navigating complex IP disputes. Lumenci is backed by VSS Capital Partners (“VSS”) and Century Equity Partners (“CEP”). VSS is a private equity firm dedicated to investing in tech-enabled business services, healthcare, and education companies. Since 1987, VSS has managed eight private capital funds with aggregate committed capital of nearly $4 billion across 103 platform companies and over 600 add-on acquisitions.

VSS’s investment in Lumenci was from VSS Structured Capital IV, L.P. (“VSS SC IV”), a $530 million fund which had its final closing in December 2022. CEP is a private equity firm headquartered in Boston, MA, that partners with companies seeking investments to support growth or fund acquisitions, partial buyouts, or recapitalization opportunities.

Employment Type

Full-time, Exempt

Reports To

Chief Executive Officer

Location

Austin, TX (preferred) or New York, NY (considered)

Travel

Up to 30%

Role Overview

The Director, Business Operations serves as a strategic business partner to the Chief Executive Officer, supporting the execution of enterprise priorities through operational leadership, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. The role is responsible for translating strategic objectives into measurable business outcomes while strengthening the operational discipline, financial rigor, and organizational effectiveness required to support Lumenci's continued growth.

Working closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, the Director, Business Operations will lead and support initiatives spanning strategic planning, operational improvement, financial analysis, executive reporting, and mergers and acquisitions. This individual will partner across the organization to drive execution, improve operational performance, and provide the analytical insights necessary to support executive decision-making.

The successful candidate combines strong financial and analytical capabilities with exceptional organizational skills and sound business judgment. They are equally comfortable developing sophisticated financial models, leading cross-functional initiatives, preparing executive-level presentations, and driving projects from concept through implementation. They demonstrate a high degree of ownership, accountability, and professionalism while effectively balancing strategic thinking with disciplined execution.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Operations

• Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to support the execution of strategic business initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional projects that improve operational effectiveness, organizational scalability, and business performance.
• Develop and enhance operational processes, governance frameworks, and management cadences that support sustainable growth.
• Monitor strategic initiatives, identify execution risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Drive accountability across business functions to ensure timely execution of organizational priorities.

Strategic Finance & Business Analysis

• Develop financial models, business cases, forecasts, and analytical frameworks that support executive decision-making.
• Prepare executive dashboards, KPI reporting, and performance analyses that provide actionable business insights.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with Finance and business leaders to improve planning, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Support annual planning and other strategic financial initiatives as required.

Mergers & Strategic Initiatives

• Support strategic acquisition initiatives through financial modeling, valuation analysis, due diligence coordination, and executive reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams during transaction execution and integration planning.
• Prepare investment analyses, presentation materials, and supporting documentation for executive leadership.
• Assist in monitoring post-acquisition integration activities and performance objectives.

Executive Partnership

• Prepare executive presentations, business reviews, board materials, and strategic updates.
• Support executive planning by coordinating priorities across departments and leadership teams.
• Conduct research and analysis to support strategic initiatives and executive decision-making.
• Anticipate business challenges and proactively develop recommendations to improve organizational performance.

Operational Excellence

• Identify opportunities to improve business processes and operational efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across multiple functional areas.
• Promote operational discipline through standardized processes and performance measurement.
• Build productive working relationships across Finance, Sales, Product, Delivery, Technology, People Operations, and other corporate functions.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5–8 years of progressive experience in investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, strategic finance, business operations, or a similarly analytical environment with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including financial modeling, scenario analysis, and executive reporting.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and executive presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to execute projects from concept through implementation.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA preferred but not required.
• Experience in investment banking, supporting mergers and acquisitions or corporate development initiatives.
• Experience working within a private equity-backed or other high-growth organization.
• Exposure to consulting, technology, AI, SaaS, or professional services environment.

Key Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong business judgment and professional maturity.
• Exceptional analytical and financial acumen.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities.
• Intellectual curiosity and the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• High standards of accountability and personal ownership.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Executive presence and effective communication skills.
• Sound prioritization and decision-making under competing demands.
• Adaptability, resilience, and composure in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Integrity, discretion, and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism.

Why This Role Matters

As Lumenci continues to expand its capabilities and pursue strategic growth opportunities, the Director, Business Operations will play an important role in strengthening the organization's operational foundation and supporting executive decision-making.

This position will contribute to improving business performance through disciplined execution, financial analysis, operational planning, and support for strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions. Working closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, the successful candidate will help ensure that organizational priorities are executed effectively while contributing to Lumenci's long-term growth strategy.