Opportunity

Sr. Revenue Ops Manager - SaaS Career Growth UK in Columbus

Location Columbus
Company Instructure
Source jobicy
Posted 2026-09-17 05:30:08

Career & Market Insight

This is a senior individual contributor / manager-level Revenue Operations role at Instructure (Canvas LMS), a well-established EdTech SaaS company backed by private equity. The role carries significant organizational visibility — reporting lines connect directly to executive leadership, Finance, and cross-functional GTM teams — which represents strong career leverage for someone looking to step into a Director-level role in 2–3 years.

Compensation context: No salary is disclosed, but UK-based Senior RevOps Manager roles at SaaS companies of this scale typically range from £70,000–£100,000 base, with equity/ownership upside noted here via the employee ownership program. The equity component is a meaningful differentiator vs. purely cash-comp competitors.

Skills developed in this role:

  • Advanced Salesforce, Snowflake, and Tableau — all highly marketable, transferable data skills
  • International go-to-market strategy and multi-region sales operations — rare and valuable experience
  • Executive communication and board-level reporting — accelerates path to VP/Director
  • Channel and partner sales operations — a growing discipline with limited talent supply

Green flags: Flexible remote culture, genuine ownership stake, learning & development investment, and a company at scale (not an early-stage startup with instability risk). The "Dim the Lights" December recharge period signals a culture that values sustainable work.

Watch for: The role covers International and Channel — a broad remit that could indicate understaffing or high expectations for a single manager. Ensure scope is well-defined before accepting.

At Instructure, we believe in the power of people to grow and succeed throughout their lives. Our goal is to amplify that power by creating intuitive products that simplify learning and personal development, facilitate meaningful relationships, and inspire people to go further in their education and careers.

We do this by giving smart, creative, passionate people opportunities to create awesome. And that's where you come in:

Instructure is seeking a strategic, highly analytical, and execution-oriented Sr. Revenue Operations Manager (Sales Operations) to support and accelerate growth across our International and Channel business. This is a highly visible role that sits at the center of Sales, Finance, Marketing, Customer Success, and Executive Leadership, helping shape go-to-market strategy and operational execution across multiple regions and business units.

As a trusted business partner to sales leadership, you will lead forecasting, territory and capacity planning, performance analysis, pipeline strategy, and operational cadences that drive predictable revenue growth. You will play a critical role in turning data into actionable insights, identifying growth opportunities, optimizing resource allocation, and improving overall sales productivity and efficiency. This role requires someone who is equally comfortable operating strategically with senior leadership and rolling up their sleeves to solve complex operational problems.

THIS POSITION CAN BE WORKED REMOTELY ANYWHERE IN THE UK OR FROM OUR UK OFFICE.

What You'll Do:

  • Own and drive sales forecasting, pipeline management, bookings analysis, and performance measurement processes across International regions to ensure alignment against revenue targets and strategic objectives.
  • Partner directly with regional sales leadership to develop and execute growth strategies, optimize territory coverage, improve pipeline generation, and increase sales productivity.
  • Lead strategic planning initiatives including territory segmentation, quota setting, capacity modeling, whitespace analysis, and coverage optimization to support scalable growth.
  • Analyze sales performance trends, pipeline health, conversion metrics, seasonality, and customer behavior to identify risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations.
  • Develop executive-level reporting, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership, QBRs, forecasting reviews, and board-level discussions.
  • Build data-driven models and business cases using Salesforce, Snowflake, Tableau, Excel, and other data sources to inform operational and strategic decisions.
  • Identify process gaps and drive automation and operational improvements that increase reporting accuracy, forecasting predictability, and organizational efficiency.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Marketing, Customer Success, Deal Desk, and other GTM teams to ensure alignment across planning, reporting, and execution.
  • Evaluate sales motions, customer journey metrics, and funnel performance to improve pipeline velocity, conversion, retention, and expansion opportunities.
  • Support and influence compensation planning, incentive alignment, and operational governance initiatives that reinforce company objectives and sales behaviors.
  • Operate as a trusted advisor and thought partner to leadership by bringing clarity, structure, and actionable insights to complex business challenges.
  • Manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining strong attention to detail and execution quality.

What You'll Need:

  • 5+ years of experience in Sales Operations, Revenue Operations, Strategy & Operations, Business Analytics, or related functions within a SaaS or high-growth technology environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with advanced experience in Salesforce, Excel/Google Sheets, Tableau, and data platforms such as Snowflake.
  • Proven experience translating complex data into executive-ready insights and strategic recommendations that influence business decisions.
  • Deep understanding of sales forecasting, territory planning, pipeline management, capacity modeling, quota deployment, and go-to-market operations.
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively and build credibility with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and execute against multiple concurrent projects with tight timelines.
  • Experience driving operational process improvements, systems optimization, and scalable reporting frameworks.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to connect operational metrics to broader company strategy and revenue outcomes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and organizational discipline.
  • Self-starter mentality with a proactive, adaptable approach and a track record of thriving in dynamic, high-growth environments.
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and operational rigor.

Get in on all the awesome at Instructure!

We offer competitive, meaningful benefits in every country where we operate. While they vary by location, here's a general idea of what you can expect:

  • Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program — because everyone should have a stake in our success.
  • Flexible work culture. Our remote, hybrid and in-office collaboration spaces vary by role, team and location.
  • Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual "Dim the Lights" period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
  • Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support.
  • Learning and development resources, including professional development tools and tuition reimbursement, to support your growth.
  • The technology and tools you need to do your best work.
  • Motivosity employee recognition program.
  • A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection.

We believe in hiring great people and treating them right. The more diverse we are, the better our ideas and outcomes.

Instructure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws in every country where we operate.

All employees must pass a background check as part of the hiring process. To help protect our teams and systems, we've implemented identity verification measures. Candidates may be asked to verify their legal name, current physical location, and provide a valid contact number and residential address, in accordance with local data privacy laws.

Any attempt to misrepresent personal or professional information will result in disqualification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this role be worked fully remotely?
Yes — Instructure explicitly states this position can be worked remotely anywhere in the UK, or from their UK office. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
What tools and technologies will I use in this role?
The role requires hands-on experience with Salesforce, Tableau, Snowflake, and Excel/Google Sheets for pipeline management, forecasting, and executive reporting.
Is there a salary range listed for this position?
No specific salary range is published in the job posting. Instructure notes competitive compensation and an employee ownership program for all full-time employees.
What level of experience is required for this role?
The role requires 5+ years of experience in Sales Operations, Revenue Operations, Business Analytics, or a related function within a SaaS or high-growth technology environment.
Does Instructure offer career development support?
Yes — Instructure provides learning and development resources, professional development tools, and tuition reimbursement to support employee growth.
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