Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity for a COO to design & implement scalable operations, ensuring seamless efficiency across international markets for global leading Investment Platform. You will have the opportunity to perform the role of Statutory director on the board.

• Based in Johannesburg
• Salary disclosed on first discussion

THE COMPANYThe Leading Investment Platform Provider is a global wealth-tech firm operating in the investment management and asset management sectors. They partner with over 650 financial institutions and 12,000 wealth management firms, managing nearly $2 trillion in assets and serving over 24 million end investors.With 5,000+ employees across 30+ countries, their mission is to open up wealth, empowering individuals worldwide to invest in their future on their own terms.This firm provides a comprehensive, end-to-end wealth management platform, integrating technology, infrastructure, and investment operations within a regulated financial environment. Their state-of-the-art platform enables institutional clients to deliver hyper-personalized and innovative financial solutions that align seamlessly with client needs.Operating in 20+ international markets, including Europe, Asia-Pacific, South Africa, and North America, they process 25 million transactions per month, making them one of the largest trade processing and asset servicing providers globally.THE ROLEAs COO, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end operational framework, ensuring the seamless execution of investment operations, client services, production support, and financial crime risk mitigation. This includes implementing robust control frameworks, enforcing risk governance protocols, and ensuring full compliance with both local and international regulatory requirements. The role demands strategic leadership to drive cross-market synergies, optimize operational efficiency, and align regional processes with global enterprise standards.Reporting directly to the Managing Director and as a statutory director on the board, you will be accountable for corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and financial oversight, ensuring adherence to fiduciary duties and risk mitigation mandates. Your role will encompass business continuity planning, change governance, and financial performance management, securing the firm's position as a trusted investment platform provider while driving operational resilience, technology-driven efficiencies, and continuous innovation across global markets.THE RESPONSIBILITIES15+ years of senior leadership experience in financial services, investment operations, or asset management.Proven experience managing large-scale operational teams in a regulated financial environment.Strong background in risk management, financial crime prevention, and business continuity planning.Experience in cross-market operational standardization and working with global teams.Previous responsibility for P&L, budget planning, and cost optimization in a complex operational setting.Strategic leadership with the ability to drive operational efficiency at scale.Strong understanding of investment platforms, financial regulations, and compliance requirements.Expertise in change management, process optimization, and digital transformation.Ability to manage stakeholders across multiple markets and collaborate with global teams.Data-driven decision-making with a focus on KPIs, risk assessment, and operational performance metrics.

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