Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Multi-Strategy

About the Firm:
Our client is an esteemed multi-family office with an established record. We are seeking a Chief Operating Officer with an alternatives background.

About the job:

• Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness across all functions;
• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement strategic initiatives aligned with growth objectives;
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, and analysis to achieve financial goals and maintain financial health;
• Oversee operational systems and processes to support investment strategies, risk management, and regulatory compliance;
• Provide oversight for both discretionary and systematic investment strategies, ensuring alignment with client goals;
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, working closely with legal advisors;
• Contribute to the development and management of diverse financial products, with an emphasis on commodities and complex instruments;
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery.

About the candidate:

• Extensive experience in a senior operational role within the financial services industry, preferably in a multi-family office, hedge fund or multi-asset investment manager;
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial instruments and fund structures;
• Experience supporting across operations, trading, fund structures and client reporting;
• Strong understanding of legal, compliance, and HR functions in a financial context;
• Hands-on and willing to get involved in the detail;
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strategic mindset.