Job Specifications
Join the leadership of a fast-growing professional services firm
Addition Compliance is looking for a Chief Operating Officer to help ensure our rapid growth is built on rock-solid operations. As COO you will be at the heart of our ambitious firm turning strategy into action, driving operational excellence, and ensuring our clients experience the seamless, reliable service they expect from a market leader.
This is a high-impact role, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the board. You will be the person who ensures smooth running of the business by shaping processes, motivating teams, and building the foundations for sustainable growth.
If you enjoy working in agile, entrepreneurial environments and thrive on variety, this could be the move that lets you shape a business at the sharp end of regulatory services.
Why this role?
Play a pivotal leadership role in a fast-growing, technology-focused services firm
Drive transformation across operations, client onboarding, risk, and service delivery
Work at board level without the need for previous COO experience, so long as you can demonstrate proven leadership and transformation experience
Operate remotely day-to-day, with visits to our London office and client sites as needed for the role
What you will do
Shape strategy Turn firm strategy into scalable, efficient processes and lead major operational transformation projects
Run operations Own and streamline core business operations including contracts, compliance, governance, vendors, and systems
Oversee HR Ensure the firm is compliant in all areas and have robust L&D plans in place to drive internal growth and succession planning
Elevate client experience Design and optimise onboarding and service delivery to be consistent, automated, and client-centric
Manage risk Oversee resilience, ISMS/ISO frameworks, continuity planning, and risk registers
Own software projects We are harnessing bold opportunities in automation and AI, of which you will be a leader in strategy, scoping and project management
Lead Build alignment across teams, inspire a culture of continuous improvement, and represent the CEO when needed
Enable growth: Support new service launches, international expansion, and resource planning to keep the firm ahead of demand
What we are looking for
Experience in a small or mid-sized service business (eg. professional services, compliance, tech-enabled services, consultancy)
Experience of establishing or working within ISO 27001 framework - data security is at the core of everything we do
Experience of scoping and managing software build projects
Proven ability to design and improve processes, lead change, and manage complex projects
Confidence working with senior stakeholders, with strong communication and presentation skills
A collaborative leader who can motivate teams and get things done
Exposure to technology transformation, compliance frameworks, or financial services are all beneficial but not essential
What we offer
PS100,000 per annum + bonus + long term incentive plan + benefits including family private health with Bupa
Fully remote working with monthly London HQ meetings
The chance to join a fast-growing firm and leave your mark on its future
A collaborative, ambitious culture where your ideas matter
About Addition Compliance
We are specialists in outsourced regulatory reporting for the world's leading fund managers and financial institutions. Our reputation is built on precision, reliability, and personal service. At Addition Compliance you will find a team that values collaboration, innovation, and delivering excellence to clients who trust us with their most critical reporting obligations.
How to apply
Send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit for Addition Compliance
About the Company
We are an independent, fully managed regulatory reporting service, trusted by financial institutions for the accuracy, expertise, and personal service demanded by an evolving regulatory landscape. Founded in 2015 to ease the burden of compliance for alternative investment and financial services teams, regulatory reporting isn't just something we do. It's all we do. Whether managing the full reporting lifecycle or bolstering your team, our service is every bit bespoke. We work as one to ensure you meet every obligation with c...
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