Strategy and Operations Lead, gSO Ads Central

Strategy and Operations Lead, gSO Ads Central Overview

This role sits within gTech’s Strategy and Operations organization, where the team acts as strategic partners and trusted advisors helping drive performance and meaningful change across gTech. The group combines strong business and functional expertise with analytical discipline to shape strategy and deliver it effectively. Its core strengths in strategy, analytics, and communications are used to help the organization perform well today while also preparing for future growth.

The position is part of the Go-to-Market Operations function, which supports Google’s Ads business by keeping complex operations running smoothly and helping define and execute go-to-market strategy. The team works across major Ads business areas as well as globally across those areas, and its members are expected to be analytical, strategic, and practical in how they turn plans into results.

What you will do

• Serve as a strategic thought partner and dependable advisor to vice presidents and directors, helping the business deliver on current priorities while also shaping longer-term direction for Google technical services.
• Lead global analytical work and in-depth strategic projects, then collaborate with relevant teams to implement the resulting recommendations.
• Work with Google Technical Services Ads Strategy and Business Operations teams in other regions and business segments to support worldwide analysis and provide broader data perspectives and insights.
• Look for ways to redesign gSO workflows by developing and deploying applied AI solutions that reduce operational friction and remove bottlenecks.
• Plan and deliver initiatives focused on improving efficiency for several executive stakeholders.
• Partner with senior leaders to prepare operational business reviews and guide business planning efforts.

What you need

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least six years of experience using SQL and building practical AI solutions.
• Preferred: an MBA or master’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
• Preferred: experience with Python scripting, large language model APIs, prompting frameworks, or the creation of customized AI agents or assistants.
• Strong ability to structure analysis and communicate clearly with executive audiences in both written and verbal formats, including the creation of compelling narratives and executive-level visual materials.
• Proven ability to work across functions to design processes and execute strategic initiatives that solve business problems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to carry out complex strategic and operational programs.
• Experience level aligned to a mid-level role, including the ability to make progress, resolve issues, and mentor less experienced team members while bringing deeper subject-matter knowledge.

Additional information from the posting

The role is based in London, United Kingdom. The posting does not describe a remote or hybrid arrangement, so the location information indicates an onsite London position.

Google emphasizes that English proficiency is required for all roles unless the posting explicitly says otherwise, because the company operates globally and needs effective collaboration and communication across regions.

Applicants should also note that Google does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for this role, and the company says it is not responsible for any fees tied to unsolicited submissions.

Google also explains that any equity awarded is discretionary and governed by Alphabet’s stock plan, board or delegate approval, and the relevant grant agreement. Such awards are not guaranteed and do not create any entitlement to future grants or statutory payments.

Google states that it is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and that it is committed to building a workforce that reflects its users and supports a culture of belonging. The company says hiring decisions are made without unlawful discrimination on protected characteristics and directs candidates to its equal opportunity and hiring information.

If an applicant needs an accommodation during the hiring process, Google says they can request support through its accommodations form for applicants.

To apply, candidates should use the Google Careers application process from the job posting.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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