Strategy & Operations Analyst

Are you looking to have an impact on the daily life of millions of entrepreneurs in France (and tomorrow in Europe)

Are you looking for a work environment that values trust proactivity and autonomy

Then Pennylane is the right place for you !

Our vision

We aim to become the most beloved financial Operating System of French SMEs and Accounting Firms (and soon European ones).

We help entrepreneurs rid themselves of time-consuming tasks related to accounting and finance while providing them with access to key financial information to assist in making the best decisions for their business.

About us

Pennylane is one of the fastest growing Fintechs in France (and soon to be in Europe!)

In 6 years of existence weve managed to :

Make ourselves known as a groundbreaking accounting and financial software for small businesses and their accountants

Raise a total of 400 millions including from Sequoia the famous fund from the Silicon Valley who invested early in companies like Google Facebook Airbnb Stripe Paypal and much more...

Grow from 7 cofounders to 1200 happy Pennylaners : were now recognized as one of the greatest places to work in France (and also remotely) with a 4.6/5 rating on Glassdoor.

Build an international environment with more than 25 nationalities with a strong remote-friendly culture where 30% of the employees are already working from all parts of Europe

Earn the trust of thousands of customers and accounting firms and obtain outstanding ratings

Already more thansmall and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and over 6000 accounting firms use Pennylane in France!

Our electronic invoicing track represents a core strategic priority for Pennylane. This dedicated team is responsible for developing our comprehensive electronic invoicing offering for our accounting firm partners and their SME clients (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) accelerating client acquisition enhancing customer satisfaction and establishing operational excellence within this segment.

As our cross-functional initiatives expand we now require robust frameworks for end-to-end process management data-driven performance analytics and a relentless focus on operational efficiency and scalability. We are seeking an exceptional impact-oriented Strategy & Operations professional who will be instrumental in building these critical capabilities and propelling our electronic invoicing track toward market leadership.

Why this role matters at Pennylane

The Strategy & Operations role will serve as the critical link between our strategic vision and day-to-day execution working directly with the General Manager for the track. You will help translate ambitious goals into actionable measurable roadmaps establish best-in-class metrics and develop the operational infrastructure needed to scale the business rapidly and sustainably.

This is a high-impact high-visibility role with significant opportunity for leadership and professional growth.

Your responsibilities

Strategic planning and execution

- Partner with the product leadership to define prioritize and implement operational roadmaps aligned with business objectives

- Design and establish scalable operational frameworks that support our growth

Data-driven decision making

- Lead comprehensive analyses to identify market opportunities operational inefficiencies and growth levers

- Develop actionable insights and recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative research

Project leadership

- Spearhead strategic initiatives and pilot programs from ideation through implementation and measurement

- Identify and manage complex cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities

Cross-functional orchestration

- Serve as the operational nexus between the track and horizontal teams including care sales and the other product teams impacted by the electronic invoicing reform

- Facilitate effective collaboration and alignment across organizational boundaries

Performance management

- Own the OKR process for the track ensuring clarity of objectives and accountability for results

- Design and implement robust tracking mechanisms to monitor performance against key metrics

- Proactively identify performance gaps and develop action plans to address them

Who were looking for

Experience

- 5 years of experience in Strategy & Operations or a related field with a strong record of scaling business operations in dynamic environments

- Proven track record of translating strategic initiatives into executable operational plans and projects delivering measurable business impact

- Proficiency in SQL (or willingness to learn) and modern data analysis tools to drive decision-making independently

Core competencies

- Strategic vision: ability to connect business objectives with operational requirements while maintaining focus on long-term goals

- Analytical excellence: skilled at distilling complex data into actionable insights that drive business outcomes

- Project management rigor: experience leading cross-functional initiatives from conception to implementation

- Communication and influence: exceptional ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and persuade diverse stakeholders

- Problem-solving orientation: demonstrated ability to identify root causes and develop innovative practical solutions

Recruitment Process

- Screening interview with Orane - Senior Business Recruiter (30 mins)

- An interview with Antoine - General Manager RFE (1h)

- A Business Case to prepare at home and to present (1h)

- A final interview with Eric - VP Strategic Initiatives (45 mins)

What do we do to make your work life easier

Wherever you are based you will get 25 vacations days paid by Pennylane

Youll have a competitive compensation package

Youll get company shares to enjoy a piece of the success story youre building with us

Youll have a budget to turn your home into a more comfortable workspace as well as a monthly allowance to work from a coworking space whenever you feel like it

Through our partner Gymlib youll have access to 8000 fitness spaces in Europe and more than 300 activities related to wellness

Youll have access to Busuu to perfect your English or your French

Youll get the latest Apple equipment

Depending on the teams and the requirements of the position - youll be able to work remotely from your country of residence as long as it is in Europe and within a maximum time difference of two hours from the CET time zone

We are committed to regularly coming together for company events such as Tech Days (which bring remote Pennylaners together every 3 months) or our annual company seminar fostering significant moments of cohesion for everyone.

If you are based in France you will have a French contract following French regulation on top of the additional perks : 6 to 12 RTT 5 weeks PTOs lunch credits (Swile) Alan Blue healthcare cover and regular events in cities where Pennylaners are mostly presents (Lyon Bordeaux Nantes)

Who are we looking for

To thrive at Pennylane you need :

-To speak English (level is assessed and appreciated according to the department youre applying to)

-To be energized by an ever-shifting work environment

-To be highly collaborative (within your team or other stakeholders)

-Sufficiently experienced to prioritize business-led actions on your day to day activity

We know that some people are less likely to apply than others if they dont feel like they meet the full list of criteria.

If youre hesitating we encourage you to apply : who knows it might be the start of a meaningful and long-lasting collaboration.

Important information for candidates

Recruitment scam attempts are on the rise. We invite you to remain vigilant during your exchanges.

Applications through official channels only : apply exclusively through our job postings published on our official platforms (career site official partner pages).

Always verify the senders email address: our communications are sent from professional email addresses with the domains @ or @

We will never ask you for payment or financial information

(bank details payment for an interview equipment purchases etc.) as part of the recruitment process. If such a request is made to you it is fraudulent. We invite you to not respond and to report it to us immediately.

We also want to emphasize that we fully embrace diversity equity and inclusion and that were doing our best to create a safe and inclusive environment.

We are committed to providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of gender sexual orientation origin disabilities or any other traits that make you who you are. If anything diversity makes us a more fun place to work at.

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Personal Data

Pennylane processes your data to manage your application and assess your suitability for the position. If your application is unsuccessful your data may be retained for 2 years from our last exchange or the closing of the recruitment process in order to build and manage a candidate pool. You may object at any time and request the deletion of your data by writing to . Learn more

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