Operations Manager

Wellings Capital is a real estate private equity firm dedicated to helping investors protect and grow their wealth through private commercial real estate. Our vision is to provide multi-generational financial security to our investors. We also have a goal to free victims from human trafficking (https://www.wellingscapital.com/social-mission).

We are seeking innovative, passionate, and motivated individuals looking for an opportunity to join a growing organization with professional growth opportunities.

The mission of the Operations Manager is to create capacity for Wellings Capital to achieve its revenue and profitability goals by managing and improving company processes.

Job Type

Full-time, salaried position. The Operations Manager must either live in the Lynchburg, VA area or be willing to travel to Lynchburg two times per quarter. Ideally, the candidate should live within a reasonable driving distance of Lynchburg.

Compensation

• Base salary: $75,000-95,000 per year
• Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus up to 15% of base salary, based on individual and company performance
• Carried Interest: Eligible to receive a profits interest in Wellings Capital investment vehicles

Responsibilities

First 90 days

• Propose recommendations for improving the existing hiring, onboarding, and off-boarding processes.
• Review operational KPIs and quarterly/annual goals to identify necessary changes and actionable items to keep goals on track.
• Lead the HubSpot improvement process with the consultant for sales/investor management. Propose a project timeline and goals/outcomes for the HubSpot capital deployment/operator management project.

Ongoing

• Manage the hiring, onboarding, and off-boarding process for Wellings Capital
• Manage payroll, employee performance management, and other HR-related functions in conjunction with leadership.
• Monitor and report on KPI performance for revenue, profit, capital deployment, capital raising, etc. If KPIs are off track, work with relevant team members to bring them back on track.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of technology solutions that support the firm’s operations, including CRM, project management tools, and document management systems.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Assist in the preparation and management of the operational budget in collaboration with the Director of Finance & Accounting, ensuring alignment with the firm’s financial goals.
• Lead or support special projects as needed, including initiatives to enhance investor relations, improve due diligence processes, and expand the firm’s market presence.
• Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally; promote a positive and healthy work environment, ensure strong employee morale, and ensure retention of employees.
• Continuously evaluate and improve existing processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• At least three years of operations or project management experience, preferably in financial services, real estate, or private equity
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, real estate, or a related field
• Excellent communication skills to ensure clear and effective delivery of changes, solutions, or updates to the team
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, fast-changing environment
• Proven ability to effectively manage time while maintaining a high level of organization
• Technologically savvy and comfortable learning new technologies. Proficiency in the following platforms is ideal: Zoom, Google Suite, Asana, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Enthusiasm for and belief in our mission, vision, and values (https://www.wellingscapital.com/about)

Benefits

• $500/month healthcare stipend
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Three weeks (15 days) paid vacation
• 10 paid, flexible holidays
• Yearly vacation bonus of $500 for taking five consecutive days of vacation, fully unplugged from work
• Equipment allowance
• Individual learning and development budget
  

How to Apply

To get started, complete this application including answers to the questions on the next page.

We usually receive a large number of applications, and our goal is to follow up with you within two weeks. You’ll hear from us either way. For candidates we're interested in, the next steps could include completing a brief assessment, a phone screen, and a longer interview.

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