Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) (mf) 100 (CyprusUK)

For our client an international investment company we are looking for a

Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) (m/f) 100%

Primary location: London (preferred) or Cyprus (relocation options available)

Reports to: Group CEO

Division: Asset & Wealth Management

About the Role:

This is not a traditional COO role. It is the driving force of transformation: blending operational excellence with digital innovation to build the operations of the future automated data-driven scalable and resilient across all jurisdictions.

You will be the architect of high performance ensuring our Group operates with precision agility and technological leadership.

Tasks

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Execution & Alignment

• Translate Group strategic priorities into actionable operational roadmaps across regions.
• Drive the execution of CEO and Executive Committee decisions through measurable KPIs.
• Ensure consistent delivery standards and operational alignment across all jurisdictions.
• Report progress and key insights to the CEO and the Board.

Operational Excellence & Scalability

• Lead process reengineering across front middle and back offices.
• Implement Lean Agile and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strengthen cost efficiency productivity and operational resilience.

Digital Transformation & AI Integration

• Oversee Group IT systems and digital infrastructure.
• Drive automation (RPA low-code) data intelligence and predictive analytics initiatives.
• Govern data architecture cybersecurity and data governance.
• Measure ROI and ensure adoption of emerging technologies.

Governance Compliance & Risk

• Oversee implementation of Group-wide policies frameworks and operational controls.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across UK Cyprus Switzerland and UAE.
• Lead risk management vendor oversight and business continuity planning (BCP).

Leadership & Cultural Transformation

• Champion a culture of innovation agility and performance.
• Lead digital change programs and new operating models.
• Develop key talent build succession plans and embed accountability across functions.
• Foster collaboration between Compliance Risk Legal Technology Product and Finance teams.

Requirements

Your profile:

• 15 years of leadership experience in financial services operations ideally within Asset & Wealth Management.
• Proven success in digital transformation automation and process optimization.
• Expertise managing multi-jurisdictional operations under complex regulatory frameworks.
• Strong command of operational risk compliance and governance.
• Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma or Agile methodologies.
• Strategic data-driven thinker with outstanding execution discipline.
• Excellent communication leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

What Makes This Role Unique:

• Dual focus: Lead current operations while transforming the organization for the next decade.
• Strategic impact: Turn Group vision into measurable sustainable results.
• Global integration: Unite teams and jurisdictions under one coherent operating model.
• Leadership legacy: Build the technological and cultural foundation for Mevelin Groups future.

If you can identify yourself with the requirements of this challenging position we look forward to receiving your application (English CV and certificates/diplomas).