Manager of Strategic Operations

Location: Chicago, IL Metro Area (highly preferred)
Ideal Backgrounds: Investment Banking, Private Equity, Management Consulting, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Development, Strategic Finance, M&A, Transaction Advisory, or FP&A
Base Salary: $130,000 - $140,000 + Annual Bonus Opportunity
Compensation will be determined based on experience, education, specialized skills, and overall qualifications.
Travel: Approximately 25%

About the Opportunity

Shields Health Solutions is seeking a Strategic Operations Manager to partner closely with our Executive Leadership Team on high-impact growth initiatives, operational excellence, business transformation, and enterprise strategy. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Management Consulting, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Development, Strategic Finance, M&A, or other highly analytical, fast-paced environments who are looking to transition into a leadership-track role within a rapidly growing healthcare organization.

You'll work on the company's most critical business priorities, including financial modeling, market analysis, business case dev