Chief Operating OfficerRobert Half

Description

We are looking for a Chief Operating Officer to lead day-to-day execution for a growing advisory firm in Carmel, Indiana. This position serves as a strategic partner to the founder, translating business objectives into clear operating priorities across client delivery, marketing, and internal operations. The COO will help create a consistent, high-quality experience for healthcare practice owners while strengthening the financial, people, and process infrastructure that supports continued growth.

Responsibilities:

Partner with the founder to define annual priorities, shape operating plans, and drive progress against firm-wide goals.

Direct the daily activities of deal execution, marketing, and operational teams to keep business performance aligned with strategic objectives.

Act as the primary decision-making resource for routine internal issues and cross-functional matters requiring escalation.

Provide leadership with regular insight into company performance, active opportunities, operational risks, and resource needs.

Oversee the full sell-side engagement lifecycle, ensuring teams are equipped to support clients from initial onboarding through transaction close.

Coordinate staffing, analyst support, and team bandwidth so client engagements remain on track and service levels stay strong.

Establish consistent workflows, documentation standards, and handoff practices to improve quality and efficiency across engagements.

Reinforce expectations for timelines, CRM discipline, and client communication standards throughout the organization.

Guide core business operations including finance, people management, systems, and process improvement to support sustainable expansion.

Requirements Proven experience leading business operations in a senior executive role, preferably as a Chief Operating Officer or equivalent.

Strong background in mergers and acquisitions, transaction management, or advisory services environments.

Demonstrated ability to turn strategic goals into practical operating plans and measurable execution.

Experience overseeing multiple business functions such as operations, finance, team leadership, and process development.

Skill in managing cross-functional teams and balancing priorities in a fast-paced services setting.

Ability to improve administrative procedures, standard operating practices, and departmental workflows.

Strong judgment, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to serve as a trusted second-in-command.

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