Hybrid Working in the UK - London Office

Opportunity for a
Director of Operations

We are excited to announce that we are retained on an amazing Director of Operations opportunity for a dynamic and high-growth scale-up that have been profitable since day one - and with recent Series A investment - making this an outstanding opportunity to influence our client's growth agenda.
Closed to further applicants

About the Role 

We’re seeking an energised and entrepreneurial Director of Operations to lead and scale core operational, financial, and compliance functions for our high-growth, multinational team. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll help drive the next phase of growth by embedding agile, AI-driven systems across operational functions to enhance team experience and cost efficiency.

This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of a mission-driven company, offering the opportunity to influence its strategic direction from within. We are looking for a forward-thinking leader with experience in scaling operational excellence, particularly across multi-jurisdictional entities (UK, US, and EU), who is excited to work in an innovative, tech-driven and AI-enabled environment.

This could be the right leadership role for you if you can answer yes to these questions….
 
➢ Are you a strategic thinker and can demonstrate high-impact experience in guiding and driving successful operations strategies?
➢ Do you have a proven track record of executing operations projects efficiently within a high-growth environment?
➢ Can you quickly assimilate data to deliver positive action planning for high-impact results, translating business operations requirements into AI driven business solutions?
➢  Are you driven to succeed in a customer delivery focused environment?
➢ Are you someone who can create a culture of productivity and customer excellence?

Candidate Profile

What we are looking for:
➢ Proven experience in a senior operations role within a high-growth, technology-led organisation.
➢ A strong interest / demonstrable experience in applying AI, automation, or workflow platforms to improve internal systems, processes, and operations for greater efficiency and scalability.
➢ Demonstrated knowledge of financial planning, forecasting, and investor reporting processes.
➢ Experience managing operational teams, financial workflows, and compliance frameworks.
➢ Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional operations, particularly UK and US regulatory and business environments.
➢ Experience working closely with C-suite leadership and external partners, including legal and financial advisors.
➢ Experience designing and managing compliance and security programmes across varying jurisdictions.

Role location: Hybrid working - It would be beneficial for the successful candidate to be located in London. In-person office days are Tuesdays and Thursdays but the office is open all week if you prefer more time in the office.

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