COO Jobs in Florida
COO jobs in Florida are consistently active, with strong demand across technology, healthcare, real estate development, and hospitality from emerging operational leaders through seasoned senior executives. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like AdventHealth, Roper Technologies, and Carnival Corporation maintain significant operational leadership needs. The most in-demand specialties include healthcare operations, multi-unit hospitality management, and growth-stage tech company leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
This role is located at our corporate office in Miami, FL or Remote
This is your chance to be part of our Hotel Operations team! You will support the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region and be responsible for driving the execution of key regional and enterprise priorities across a rapidly growing portfolio.
As the Director, Planning and Business Operations, CALA you will lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance the guest experience and operational performance across Hilton's managed hotels in the region. Reporting into the Americas Planning and Business Operations team, you will serve as a key partner to the SVP and Area President, CALA, helping to coordinate, track, and drive execution of the most important regional priorities.
You will build strong relationships across corporate and hotel teams to ensure effective implementation of annual initiatives, facilitate clear communication across stakeholders, and translate data into actionable insights that support performance improvement and informed decision-making.
What you'll do during a typical day:
- Lead, coordinate, and drive the strategy, project management, and implementation of short- and long-term initiatives aligned with regional and enterprise goals.
- Track progress toward goals by collaborating with partners, provide regular status updates to the SVP and Area President, CALA, and build initiatives from creation through completion.
- Proactively identify risks, escalate issues when appropriate, remove obstacles, and help ensure successful execution of key initiatives.
- Prepare executive-level materials and presentations for operations leadership meetings, synthesize complex information into clear recommendations, track follow-up actions and delivery of outcomes.
How you'll collaborate with others:
- Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the SVP and Area President, CALA, supporting prioritization of initiatives and ensuring leadership decisions are translated into execution.
- Collaborate with the Americas Planning and Business Operations team to implement initiatives, share best practices, and drive greater connectivity within the Americas region and across the enterprise.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure property-level and Hotel Operations team feedback is integrated into corporate initiatives.
- Build strong relationships across Operations, Development, Commercial, Finance, HR, Brand, and other enterprise functions to drive alignment and execution of regional priorities.
Project you'll take ownership of:
- Develop clear strategies, recommendations, and data-driven business cases to support CALA initiatives and leadership-decision-making
- Own and project manage priority initiatives as identified by the enterprise and SVP and Area President, CALA, ensuring clear accountability, timelines, and outcomes.
- Partner with CALA senior leadership and their teams to develop executive-level deliverables, presentations, and briefing materials to inform and update key stakeholders.
- Use data and analytics across operational, commercial, financial, guest satisfaction, and development metrics to provide regular updates on strategic initiatives and performance trends.
- Serve as a connector between enterprise and CALA leadership teams to ensure alignment, informed decision-making, and representation of CALA priorities across major enterprise initiatives.
- Support implementation of enterprise programs, partnerships, and activations across hotels in the region, ensuring successful adoption and execution.
What It Takes to Make the Stay
You have these minimum qualifications:
- Eight (8) or more years of experience
- Five (5) years of project management experience, including strategic initiative implementation and partner communication
- Five (5) years of hospitality experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Travel up to 35%
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken)
It would be useful if you have:
- BA/BS Bachelor's degree
- On-property hotel experience at the Director level Experience navigating a corporate matrix environment
How We'll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package to support their mental and physical well-being, so they can Thrive personally and professionally. The pay range for this role is $120,000 – $160,000 and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location. Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, and the Company's long-term incentive plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.
#LI-REMOTE
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
This role is located at our corporate office in Miami, FL or Remote
This is your chance to be part of our Hotel Operations team! You will support the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region and be responsible for driving the execution of key regional and enterprise priorities across a rapidly growing portfolio.
As the Director, Planning and Business Operations, CALA you will lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance the guest experience and operational performance across Hilton's managed hotels in the region. Reporting into the Americas Planning and Business Operations team, you will serve as a key partner to the SVP and Area President, CALA, helping to coordinate, track, and drive execution of the most important regional priorities.
You will build strong relationships across corporate and hotel teams to ensure effective implementation of annual initiatives, facilitate clear communication across stakeholders, and translate data into actionable insights that support performance improvement and informed decision-making.
What you'll do during a typical day:
- Lead, coordinate, and drive the strategy, project management, and implementation of short- and long-term initiatives aligned with regional and enterprise goals.
- Track progress toward goals by collaborating with partners, provide regular status updates to the SVP and Area President, CALA, and build initiatives from creation through completion.
- Proactively identify risks, escalate issues when appropriate, remove obstacles, and help ensure successful execution of key initiatives.
- Prepare executive-level materials and presentations for operations leadership meetings, synthesize complex information into clear recommendations, track follow-up actions and delivery of outcomes.
How you'll collaborate with others:
- Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the SVP and Area President, CALA, supporting prioritization of initiatives and ensuring leadership decisions are translated into execution.
- Collaborate with the Americas Planning and Business Operations team to implement initiatives, share best practices, and drive greater connectivity within the Americas region and across the enterprise.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure property-level and Hotel Operations team feedback is integrated into corporate initiatives.
- Build strong relationships across Operations, Development, Commercial, Finance, HR, Brand, and other enterprise functions to drive alignment and execution of regional priorities.
Project you'll take ownership of:
- Develop clear strategies, recommendations, and data-driven business cases to support CALA initiatives and leadership-decision-making
- Own and project manage priority initiatives as identified by the enterprise and SVP and Area President, CALA, ensuring clear accountability, timelines, and outcomes.
- Partner with CALA senior leadership and their teams to develop executive-level deliverables, presentations, and briefing materials to inform and update key stakeholders.
- Use data and analytics across operational, commercial, financial, guest satisfaction, and development metrics to provide regular updates on strategic initiatives and performance trends.
- Serve as a connector between enterprise and CALA leadership teams to ensure alignment, informed decision-making, and representation of CALA priorities across major enterprise initiatives.
- Support implementation of enterprise programs, partnerships, and activations across hotels in the region, ensuring successful adoption and execution.
What It Takes to Make the Stay
You have these minimum qualifications:
- Eight (8) or more years of experience
- Five (5) years of project management experience, including strategic initiative implementation and partner communication
- Five (5) years of hospitality experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Travel up to 35%
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken)
It would be useful if you have:
- BA/BS Bachelor's degree
- On-property hotel experience at the Director level Experience navigating a corporate matrix environment
How We'll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package to support their mental and physical well-being, so they can Thrive personally and professionally. The pay range for this role is $120,000 – $160,000 and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location. Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, and the Company's long-term incentive plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.
#LI-REMOTE
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COO Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
- Education5
- Hospitality & Tourism3
- Technology & Software3
- Science & Research2
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in COO jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field required
- Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in operations or general management
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute company-wide operational strategy and goals
- Experience managing cross-functional teams including finance, HR, and supply chain functions
- Strong financial acumen with direct experience overseeing budgets and performance metrics
- Proficiency with ERP systems and data-driven decision-making tools used in Florida industries
COO Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a coo in Florida?
Becoming a coo in Florida typically requires a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related field, with many employers preferring an MBA from an accredited program. There is no state-issued license for the coo role itself in Florida. Most candidates build toward the position through senior director or VP of Operations roles at Florida companies, accumulating broad cross-functional leadership before being considered for executive appointment.
Which companies hire coos in Florida?
Employers hiring coos in Florida right now include Webull Financial, University of Miami, and DaVita, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's large healthcare systems, regional financial services firms, and fast-growing technology companies in the Tampa Bay and Miami corridors are consistently among the most active sources of coo openings in the state.
Which Florida cities have the most coo jobs?
Miami, Orlando, and Jacksonville have the most coo openings in Florida. Miami drives demand through its concentration of multinational headquarters, financial services firms, and hospitality groups, while Tampa's healthcare and technology sectors generate steady executive hiring and Orlando's tourism, real estate, and healthcare industries support a strong pipeline of senior operational leadership roles.
Are there remote coo jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, since coos are typically expected to lead operations on the ground. About 27% of coo openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with fully remote arrangements most often found at software companies or holding companies where day-to-day site presence is not required.
How can I get hired as a coo in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building operational depth in a director-level role first, targeting Florida's large healthcare systems, hotel management groups, or technology companies that promote from within. Employers like AdventHealth and regional private equity-backed companies often develop operational leaders through director of operations and VP-level positions before promoting to the executive suite. An MBA from a Florida university and a record of managing P&L responsibility in a Florida-based business will make a candidate significantly more competitive.
Where can I find and apply to coo jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to coo jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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