Vice President of Operations/Strategic Growth

We’re currently hiring for a Vice President of Operations / Strategic Growth to serve as a key member of WRA’s Executive Committee. This role is responsible for strengthening and scaling the firm’s operational systems while leading implementation of our strategic plan to support our next phase of growth. This position serves as the connective tissue between strategy and execution — ensuring the firm has the tools, systems, capacity, and alignment needed for responsible growth while preserving the culture, flexibility, and client focus that define WRA. The VP of Operations / Strategic Growth will work alongside the CEO, partnering closely with leaders across Finance, People and Internal Operations, Project Delivery, and Marketing, while directly supervising select client-facing Principals and the Marketing Director. This is a highly hands-on leadership role. As a 100-person firm, WRA operates with a lean team to execute on all initiatives, requiring every leader to engage both strategically and tactically. The VP of Operations / Strategic Growth will personally lead analysis, design solutions, and drive implementation of complex cross-firm initiatives, serving as a player-coach who builds systems while helping deliver them. Location is flexible within California, with a preference for candidates located within approximately one hour of a WRA office (San Francisco Bay Area or San Diego) to enable regular in-person collaboration. Why this role exists now WRA is entering a new phase of maturity and growth. As we scale, we are investing in dedicated operational leadership to ensure our ambitions are matched by our execution capability. This role reflects our commitment to implementing our strategic plan with discipline, strengthening internal operating systems, and supporting sustainable growth across the firm. At WRA, you will have 3 major areas of impact: Turning Strategy into Action — Implement the firm’s strategic plan through clear initiatives, milestones, and accountability. Building Scalable Operations — Strengthen systems, processes, and tools to support efficiency and quality as the firm grows. Aligning Teams Around Growth — Ensure strong coordination across project delivery, marketing, business development, and executive leadership.