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Business Operations & Strategy Lead

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Notion

Notion

501-1,000 employees

Versatile productivity and collaboration platform

Consulting
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$230k - $270kAnnually

Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Project Management
Strategy Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
SQL
Requirements
  • 10+ years of strategy experience, with at least 2+ years relevant experience in management consulting, investment banking, or related professional services fields
  • 3+ years of managerial experience, with a demonstrated track record of building and developing great teams and cultures
  • Highly structured mindset with a strong focus on driving outcomes and turning data into actionable insights
  • Outstanding executive-level written and verbal communication skills. You have the ability to operate independently with senior stakeholders and manage relationships, deliverables, and timelines without supervision
  • Data self-sufficiency: proficiency in SQL to access relevant data without the need for outside assistance
  • Comfort working in a high-growth, constantly changing environment with passion and enthusiasm
Responsibilities
  • Work cross-functionally with go-to-market and product stakeholders to define and implement strategy across all Notion products, driving increased value to our users and our business
  • Structure complex, ambiguous strategic problems for the Notion leadership team, defining clear hypotheses and building business cases and quantitative models that will inform and influence our approach - individually and with teams
  • Lead the definition and management of key drivers of business performance, identifying areas of opportunity and incorporating them into your work
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of our competitive positioning by using, assessing, and developing insights about peer businesses to inform your recommendations
  • Deeply understand Notion customers and the broader market landscape to uncover insights that inform your recommendations
  • Serve as a “talent magnet” for the Notion Business Operations team, helping to build a culture of repeatable excellence and hiring, developing, and retaining strong staff members

Notion is a workspace platform designed to enhance productivity and collaboration for a wide range of users, from startups to large enterprises. It combines various tools into a single platform, allowing teams to write, plan, and share their work efficiently. Users can start with a free version and upgrade to paid plans as their needs grow. Key features include customizable notes and documents, project management tools, and a drag-and-drop interface for easy organization and communication of ideas. A notable aspect of Notion is its AI-powered Q&A feature, which provides instant answers to user queries, helping to centralize knowledge. Additionally, Notion has a strong global community that creates content and offers courses, supporting multiple languages and aiming to expand further.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$411.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

33%

1 year growth

69%

2 year growth

343%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The acquisition of Skiff strengthens Notion's privacy offerings, making it more appealing to privacy-conscious users.
  • Integration of the Cron calendar app and the launch of Notion Calendar enhance the platform's scheduling capabilities, providing a more comprehensive workspace solution.
  • Notion's continuous innovation, such as the AI feature that combines search engine and chatbot functionalities, keeps it ahead of the competition.

What critics are saying

  • The entry of major competitors like Microsoft's Loop could erode Notion's market share.
  • Reliance on a freemium model may limit revenue growth if users do not convert to paid plans.

What makes Notion unique

  • Notion consolidates multiple productivity tools into a single platform, offering a seamless user experience that reduces the need for multiple subscriptions.
  • The platform's AI-powered Q&A feature centralizes knowledge and provides instant answers, setting it apart from competitors.
  • Notion's vibrant global community and multilingual support enhance user engagement and accessibility, making it a versatile tool for international teams.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

PTO

Mental health & wellbeing package

Parental leave

Fertility coverage

Retirement matching

Commuter benefits

Monthly stipend