Director of Strategy and Business Operations

We're on a mission to become the go-to destination for students across Europe to find a trusted home away from home. We're looking for a Director of Strategy and Business Operations to drive operational excellence and ensure that the company's strategic priorities translate into focused execution across the organization.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in consulting, strategy, operations, or high-growth tech companies
• Experience in marketplaces, platforms, or scale-ups is a plus
• Proven track record in driving cross-functional initiatives
• Strong analytical and structured thinking, with high attention to detail
• Ability to translate strategy into operational execution
• A thought partner to leadership, with excellent stakeholder management
• A pragmatic problem solver, with a strong bias toward action and execution
• High degree of ownership and accountability
• Comfortable operating in fast-moving environments

Benefits

• Unlimited paid holidays
• Minimum-based, not maximum!
• Position based in our Rotterdam office with a hybrid working policy (2 office days)
• Flexibility to work remotely in another country than the Netherlands for up to 2 months per year!
• 1,000 EUR per year personal development budget
• Complete coverage for commuting
• Personal equipment, including a laptop and ergonomic setup
• Gym membership discount with GoVital or OneFit
• Dutch/English classes budget
• Variable pension scheme
• Diverse international community (46+ nationalities)
• Pet-friendly office in Rotterdam city centre
• Team-building events and after-work drinks every Friday