VP, Business Manager, Technology and Product na EquiLend

Location: New York 
Reports to: CIO and CPO (functionally overseen by Chief of Staff)

Team Overview 
We are seeking a Vice President, Business Manager, Technology and Product to join us in New York. This is a critical leadership role that supports both the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Product Officer (CPO) and is responsible for ensuring the effective execution of strategic priorities, operational excellence, and cross-functional coordination across our R&D organization.

As a private equity-owned company, we are focused on driving operational efficiency, scaling our technology and product functions (collectively known as R&D), and preparing for growth and acquisitions. This role plays a key part in partnering with leadership to meet the heightened expectations for strategic execution and business management that come with PE ownership.

We’re looking for an experienced, results-driven operator who thrives in high-accountability environments. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking, operational rigor, and strong communication skills.

Role Responsibilities 

• Lead business operations across Technology and Product, including strategic planning, leadership meetings, and internal communications
• Drive operational efficiency across R&D by improving processes, streamlining decision-making, and holding teams accountable to execution plans
• Coordinate and track strategic initiatives, including proactively identifying and escalating risks, to ensure alignment with leadership priorities 
• Collaborate with R&D leadership on resource capacity planning to support roadmap prioritization and successful execution
• Serve as the primary liaison between Technology/Product and cross-functional partners (e.g., Finance, Procurement, Legal, HR)
• Partner with Finance on budgeting and actuals reporting to ensure leaders have the right financial insights to inform decision-making
• Partner with Procurement to support vendor and contract management efforts, including expense control and alignment with budget targets 
• Support development of high-impact executive presentations, including slide creation, content structure, and visual storytelling for CEO and Board audiences
• Own and maintain core tools including org charts, initiative trackers, dashboards, and planning frameworks
• Lead planning and execution of Tech/Product offsites and all-hands meetings
• Partner with the Chief of Staff to the CEO to ensure alignment with company-wide priorities and operational standards
• Support acquisition activities by coordinating information requests, managing timelines, and facilitating smooth due diligence and integration efforts  

Required Skills 

• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional business operations or program management in technology and/or product organizations
• Strong strategic thinking and operational rigor with a track record of driving measurable outcomes and process improvements
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with strong ability to produce polished, executive-level PowerPoint materials
• Ability to work comfortably with C-level executives to manage expectations and deliver to tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
• Experience supporting M&A-related activities including due diligence and integration coordination is highly desirable
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skills 

Role Location Benefits 

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely for up to 100 days each year.
• Generous Vacation Days: Vacation days increase as you progress in your career with EquiLend.
• Discretionary Annual Cash Bonus: A discretionary annual cash bonus to reward your performance and contributions to the company’s success.
• Health and Dental Insurance: Comprehensive health and dental insurance coverage is available from your first day.
• 401(k) Employer Matching Contribution Plan: Our 401(k) plan includes employer matching contribution available from day one.
• Compensation: The annual base salary range for this role is $160,000 - $175,000, plus a performance-based annual bonus. This range is a general guideline; final offers consider factors such as role scope, candidate experience, internal equity, and market factors.