Implementation Lead

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com . Job Description We are seeking a proactive and solution-oriented Implementation Lead to ensure successful execution of processes, training, and team engagement. This role is responsible for leading process changes, handling client escalations, and mentoring staff to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who excels at problem-solving, communication, and team development. This role is onsite 5 days a week in our Richardson, Texas office.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the primary team trainer, ensuring staff are well-equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform in their roles Serve as the first point of contact for client escalations, working swiftly to resolve issues and maintain client satisfaction Engage in process change discussions, collaborating with stakeholders and leadership to ensure a smooth team adoption of new workflows Develop and maintain process workflows, continuously optimizing efficiency and accuracy Coach and mentor staff, tracking progress and providing reports to leadership to support team development and decision-making Monitor team performance to ensure deliverables are met on time and within project scope and budget Document onboarding trends and proactively work with leadership to develop strategies and solutions to problems Assist in the design, development, and implementation of new concepts, promotions, and branding elements. Lead strategy discussions with cross-functional collaborators to solve data or process gaps Perform data audits to verify accuracy and integrity Act as point of contact for escalations Requirements Education Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or related field. PMP or Scrum certification a plus but not required Experience Minimum of 2 years in operational implementation, project management, or software implementations. HOA industry background a plus; HOA software conversation a plus. At least one year of people leadership experience strongly preferred. Skills Strong leadership and coaching abilities with experience mentoring teams Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage client escalations effectively Proven experience in process improvement and workflow documentation Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to track, analyze, and report on key performance metrics Familiarity with product testing and user enablement best practices Strong intermediate to advanced Excel and MS office skills required Excellent time management skills required Ability to work efficiently both independently and in group environments Other Requirements Travel required (10%); must have ability to travel outside of the US as needed and have a current passport We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.