Operations Manager - Remote

October 3

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• About Us • The Athletic is a digital sports media company that brings true sports fans closer to the athletes, teams and leagues that captivate their attention. • We serve a multi-faceted audience that craves a richer connection and understanding with immersive storytelling and a like-minded community of fans. • Founded in 2016 and with major operational hubs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, London and Melbourne, we empower a truly global team of more than 600 creators and cover more than 250 professional sports and collegiate teams across the United States, Canada and the UK. • Our newsroom has produced thousands of in-depth reports along with more than 120 podcasts and other forms of premium content. • Put simply, The Athletic is at the center of a sports fan’s universe. • About the Role • The Athletic is seeking an Operations Manager to support the Newsroom Operations Director oversee the numerous logistics involved in the smooth daily operation of The Athletic’s newsroom. • This position requires a range of logistical and operational responsibilities. • The ideal candidate for this role will be an engaged and collegial team member with very strong organizational skills. • Flexibility, curiosity and a desire to learn are critical to success in this role. • The role is remote for candidates located in the United States or Canada only.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in an operational or administrative role. • Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of training and experience. • Impeccable organizational and time management skills; ability to multitask, prioritize and work under deadline pressure. • A self-starter with the ability to self-manage daily duties. • Excellent interpersonal oral and written communications skills. • Ability to work with all levels of management and staff in a highly professional manner. • Ability to research resources, troubleshoot and solve problems. • Advanced computer skills are a must, including experience with Google, MS Word, Excel, PeopleSoft, Workday, and Coupa. • The role is remote for candidates located in the United States or Canada only.

Benefits

• Highly competitive, employer-contributed medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance plans. • Savings accounts for medical, wellness, and childcare expenses. • 401k retirement savings plan and employer match. • Paid time off including paid sick leave, 12 paid holidays, 15 days of accrued vacation to start, and up to 20 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.