# Strategic Operations Director - Company: [Alliancedefendingfreedom]() - Location: Lansdowne, VA - Team: Communications - Salary: $119K – $176K - Posted: July 21, 2026 ## Job description Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our [Statement of Faith](https://adflegal.org/about-us/careers/statement-of-faith/) to ensure we’re a fit for you. **Locations:**Lansdowne, VA **Team Overview** The Strategic Operations Director serves as the primary operational partner to the EVP of Enterprise Strategy, bringing business discipline, analytical rigor, and hands-on execution to the organization's strategic priorities. In this role, you will manage budgets, build processes, coordinate functions, and deliver results in a real operational environment. You accelerate the EVP's work by taking ownership of complex projects, conducting research and analysis, managing financial reviews, and infusing business-minded thinking. **Key Responsibilities** **Strategic Project Execution** * Take full ownership of strategic projects assigned by the EVP, from scoping through delivery — including organizational planning, research initiatives, financial analysis, and operational design work * Develop structured analyses, frameworks, and recommendations on questions critical to the organization's mission and growth * Prepare internal briefing documents, strategic plans, business cases, and decision memos for senior leadership review * Conduct research and benchmarking on organizational, industry, and policy questions relevant to ADF's strategic direction * Coordinate with the Office of the CEO as needed to ensure strategic work products align with organizational priorities **Business Operations & Financial Management** * Support the EVP in reviewing and analyzing organizational financials, budgets, and resource allocation decisions * Build financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to inform strategic decision-making * Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements that increase effectiveness and stewardship * Bring business discipline to organizational planning, ensuring decisions are grounded in sound operational and financial thinking **Cross-Functional Coordination** * Serve as a liaison between the EVP and other teams, facilitating alignment and ensuring follow-through on strategic initiatives * Lead or support cross-functional workstreams, providing structure, accountability, and clear communication * Synthesize data and qualitative inputs into clear narratives for senior leadership consumption **Minimum Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations, Public Policy, or related field * 7+ years of progressive experience in operations management, strategic planning, business management, or a directly comparable operational role * Demonstrated success as a COO, Operations Director, or equivalent in a small-to-mid-size organization * Hands-on experience managing budgets, building processes, and delivering measurable results **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in a for-profit business in a competitive, growth-minded environment **Pay & Benefits** At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year. **Want to Know More About ADF?** *This salary range is reflective of a position based in Lansdowne, VA. This range is a good-faith estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and office location.* Virginia Salary Range $119,000—$176,000 USD ## Apply [Apply on Alliancedefendingfreedom]() Canonical job page: