Beacon Software · 1 day ago
Beacon Executive Leadership Program - Associate
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expBeacon Software is a permanent capital holding company that acquires and grows essential businesses. They are seeking emerging leaders for their Executive Leadership Program, which focuses on developing the next generation of General Managers through a structured training and operational leadership experience.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Service IndustrySoftwareSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Join as an Associate in the portfolio operations and integration team working with GMs and Beacon’s central team across functions to learn how we operate our software businesses
Receive intensive training at Beacon’s headquarters covering core playbooks in integration, pricing strategy, go-to-market (GTM), customer onboarding and retention, and product management
Build foundational skills, knowledge of Beacon’s standards, and a strong internal network
Placement in a Beacon operating company in a scoped operational leadership role (e.g. leading a key initiative or managing a specific function within the business)
Take on real operating responsibilities—driving growth projects, improving processes, or leading teams—while receiving active mentorship from the company’s General Manager and Beacon’s senior operators
Drive growth projects, improve processes, or lead teams while receiving mentorship
Transition into General Manager roles at a Beacon company starting in year three
Qualification
Required
3–6 years of professional experience in operating roles such as BizOps Manager, Operations Manager, RevOps, Product Ops, Product Manager, FP&A analyst
Strong academic foundation and a track record of high performance
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a natural ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams
Demonstrated commercial acumen and problem-solving skills — you can quickly analyze business challenges and drive data-informed decisions
High ownership mindset and self-motivation, with the ability to take initiative in ambiguous environments and drive projects to completion
Empathetic team player who can influence without authority and foster trust, both internally and with customers/partners
Preferred
MBA degree (or equivalent graduate degree) in progress or recently completed – or comparable experience in a rigorous leadership role
Experience in software/SaaS companies or in small-to-medium business operations, with exposure to revenue growth and operational scaling challenges
Benefits
Access to and mentorship from Beacon’s world-class network of investors and entrepreneurs.
Attend exclusive fireside chats with legendary venture capitalists, private equity leaders, and industry visionaries.
Work closely with Beacon’s central product and engineering teams on special projects.
Operate in an environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and rapid professional development.
Benefit from a tight feedback loop with experienced GMs and senior leaders who will coach you through challenges.
You will sharpen your analytical, interpersonal, and leadership skills through real-world assignments and dedicated coaching.
A clear pathway to an executive role – successful Associates will be strongly positioned to step into a General Manager position.
Company
Beacon Software
Beacon Software is a holding company that specializes in the acquisition of software businesses.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$250M2025-11-04Series B· $250M
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