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Form of workIgnite is an ISO 9001:2015 and CMMI Services Level 3 certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Huntsville, AL. By design, Ignite is a provider of professional services to customers in educational, federal, and commercial industries and in every action seeks to be the preeminent provider within this business space. Ignite upholds our values of competency, collaboration, innovation, reliability, and results through everything we do.
Ignite is looking for an experienced an analytical and hands-on Senior Advisor to support the CEO of Ignite, a rapidly growing small business. This role will expose you to all the business areas and key stakeholders in Ignite on a strategic level. The successful candidate will have the ability to support the CEO's long-term strategic initiatives for the organization, as well as identify, cultivate, and commit to strategic partnerships for Ignite's long-term success.
Responsibilities Serve as the CEO's right-hand and thought partner providing support to ensure that priorities, projects, decisions, and deadlines are met. Collaborate closely with the CEO to facilitate smooth operations and maintain an overview of activities. Research, gather feedback, input, and ideas from expert teams to include various Ignite Executive team members on prioritized topics; analyze and consolidate them into concise summaries to guide decision-making, communications and resolve concerns.
Play a crucial and joint role in driving business development efforts with other team members, leveraging strategic thinking and market insights to identify opportunities for growth. Act as a point of contact and coordinator for operational matters and issues requiring the CEO's attention, using sound judgment to prioritize while ensuring the CEO remains accessible as needed. Prepare CEO for lectures, board, and customer meetings.
Examine and summarize briefing materials and pre-read documents before the CEO's meetings. Create concise memos and suggestions to facilitate well-informed participation in meetings and events. When necessary, prepare discussion points for the CEO.
Participate in leadership and board meetings ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. Assume a lead role in assessing partnerships, joint ventures, mergers and acquisition opportunities.Qualifications Excellent Managerial Skills Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree in Finance, Business or similar field Military or Government experience desired Minimum of 30 years of experience in a technology oriented business Proven track record of being a strong, client facing leader with market presence and business development capabilities Government contracting experience desired Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software systems related to Ignite's business portfolioQualifications Excellent Managerial Skills Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree in Finance, Business or similar field Military or Government experience desired Minimum of 30 years of experience in a technology oriented business Proven track record of being a strong, client facing leader with market presence and business development capabilities Government contracting experience desired Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software systems related to Ignite's business portfolio
