Management & Executive Leadership

REMOTEPosted 17 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Unifyed

• Job overview

  The President role at Unifyed leads the company in strategic growth, operational excellence, and product management to support student lifecycle management in higher education SaaS solutions.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The President will provide leadership, manage operations, oversee product development, lead marketing and sales efforts, ensure financial management, build and train teams, and maintain high standards for products and services aligned with board directives.

• Experience and skills

  Requires a Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred), 10+ years of leadership in fast-scaling tech or SaaS companies, experience in business development, product strategy, operational leadership, and knowledge of cloud-based SaaS, with skills in team building, problem solving, and CRM.

• Work environment and culture

  The company promotes an inspiring team environment with open communication, ethical practices, individual accountability, and a fast-paced dynamic startup culture.

• Company information

  Unifyed provides software and services for student lifecycle management including CRM, student information systems, engagement, retention, and ERP to over 200 colleges and universities.

• Job location and travel

  The position is remote, supporting a flexible work environment.

• Unique job features

  The role involves leading a portfolio company through growth stages, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing strategic and tactical initiatives in a SaaS higher education context.

Company overview

Unifyed is a technology company that specializes in providing cloud-based solutions for higher education institutions. They offer a suite of products including student information systems, learning management systems, and mobile apps designed to enhance student engagement and streamline administrative processes. The company generates revenue through subscription-based services and custom software development for educational institutions. Founded in the early 2010s, Unifyed has rapidly expanded its market presence, becoming a trusted partner for universities and colleges aiming to modernize their digital infrastructure.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to emphasize extensive leadership experience in scaling SaaS companies, particularly within higher education technology and student lifecycle management sectors.

• Highlight your strategic and operational expertise in driving business growth, managing P&L, and leading cross-functional teams including product, sales, and customer success.

• Showcase your ability to transition organizations from early-stage startups to mature, efficient enterprises with a strong focus on customer relations and ethical corporate culture.

• Apply through multiple channels such as Unifyed's corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant SaaS and higher education tech job boards to maximize visibility.

• Connect on LinkedIn with current Unifyed leaders or team members in product management, sales, or executive roles; ice breakers could include asking about recent product innovations or expressing enthusiasm for their impact on student retention technology.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'SaaS leadership,' 'student engagement,' 'P&L management,' 'business development,' 'product strategy,' and 'higher education technology.'

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