Director, Epilepsy Business Operations

LivaNova

Implants

Minneapolis, MN - USA

Manager / Team Leader

Hybrid

Experteer Overview

In this role you operate as the President, Global Epilepsy’s primary partner, turning strategic priorities into actionable plans and executive-ready outputs. You craft and present board-level and investor communications while managing the President’s operating rhythm and leadership forums. You enable cross-functional alignment across Commercial, Marketing, R&D, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and more to keep high-visibility initiatives on track. You’ll influence senior leadership through clear, strategic guidance and rigorous execution, shaping the epilepsy business’s trajectory.

Compensation / Benefits

Health benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision
401K and retirement plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training & Education Assistance
Bonus Referral Program
Flexible Work Schedules

Responsibilities

Partner with the President, Global Epilepsy, to translate enterprise priorities into action plans and executive deliverables
Create board-level, investor-facing, and enterprise presentations with clear, compelling narratives
Manage the President’s operating rhythm: planning cycles, business reviews, and SLT governance
Design and run Senior Leadership Team (SLT) meetings, including agendas, pre-reads, and post-meeting actions
Maintain operating discipline across the Epilepsy leadership team with alignment and performance metrics
Serve as the cross-functional connector across Commercial, Marketing, R&D, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and HEMAR
Anticipate interdependencies and risks; mobilize partners to address challenges
Oversee complex, high-priority programs and strategic transformation initiatives
Frame undefined problems, conduct research, synthesize insights, and present actionable recommendations
Prepare leadership for internal/external engagements, conferences, and advisory boards
Develop dashboards, KPIs, and performance reviews to track progress and alignment
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and transparent communication
Model a diverse, inclusive, high-trust culture aligned with company imperatives

Key requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher with proven track record in senior‑level project management or chief of staff roles
10+ years working with senior leaders, preferably in medical devices, delivering high‑stakes initiatives
Ability to influence and energize cross‑functional teams to deliver complex projects
Dynamic facilitator with strong written and verbal communication for clarity and action
Executive presence with credibility to engage C‑suite and senior stakeholders
Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategy into operational outcomes
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple strategic workstreams in fast-paced environments
Caring, empathetic leadership style that strengthens culture and performance
Demonstrated dedication to LivaNova’s mission and advancing Epilepsy
Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 30%+)

Executive presence Strategic communication Cross-functional collaboration Project leadership Stakeholder management Operational planning

Description

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