Chief Operating Officer COO

Key Responsibilities: Run the BusinessMake operational decisions so they do not flow back to the Founder Identify and permanently solve execution bottlenecks Ensure the firm runs predictably and at a high standard Lead the Leadership TeamAlign department heads around clear priorities and accountability Drive follow-through, performance, and results Address issues and conflict directly and constructively Translate Vision into ActionTurn strategy into clear plans, timelines, and owners Filter and prioritize initiatives to prevent distraction Ensure quarterly priorities are achieved Build Systems and AccountabilityImplement and enforce KPIs, scorecards, and operating rhythms Strengthen processes for clarity, consistency, and efficiency First-Year Success Looks LikeThe Founder is no longer the execution bottleneck Decisions are made without escalation Leadership team operates with clarity and accountability Systems are enforced consistently Quarterly goals are met without chaos Ideal CandidateSenior operations, COO, President, or equivalent experience Proven ability to run a complex, people-driven organization Decisive, assertive, and comfortable owning outcomes Strong communicator with high people judgment Systems-oriented and execution-focused Comfortable managing up to a high-idea Founder Law firm or professional services experience preferred EOS or EOS-style operating experience is a strong plus CompensationBase salary: $130,000-$180,000 (experience-based) Performance-based upside tied to firm results Executive authority and seat at the table LocationIn-office role in Baton Rouge, Louisiana Why This Role MattersThis hire is one of the most important steps in unlocking the firm's next level of growth. With the right person, this role allows the Founder to step fully into the Visionary role while the business runs stronger, faster, and more predictably than ever before.