Location: Remote, Ideally in or in between GMT+8 and GMT+3.
About the Hiring Company:
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the region will play a crucial role as a core member of the executive team, directly reporting to the regional CEO in the Asia-Pacific (APAC). Your responsibilities will include offering leadership, overseeing operations, and providing strategic vision to ensure the company establishes appropriate operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and effective people systems. This role aims to facilitate the organization's growth, ensuring financial stability, and operational efficiency. The COO will lead the execution of the company's strategy, oversee vital operational and back-office functions, and contribute to the formulation and implementation of organizational policies and practices.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee the company’s operational and back office processes, and ensure an efficient and effective execution of strategies and objectives.
- Implement business strategies, plans, and procedures, setting comprehensive goals for performance and growth.
- Lead the performance and growth of the company's operational units, including customer support, payment operations, risk management, and compliance.
- Enhance, finesse, and implement operational systems, processes, and best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with the CEO and other C-level executives to make decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals.
- Monitor and analyze the operating environment to ensure that the company maintains its competitive advantages and makes necessary adjustments to operational execution.
- Manage relationships with partners/vendors and maintain high levels of integrity and business ethics.
- Drive the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow, and business goals and objectives.
- Spearhead the development, communication, and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing managerial team, managing succession planning for key operational roles.
The Successful Candidate
- Knowing Russian language (native\studied) and English languages is a must.
- Proven experience as Chief Operating Officer or relevant role, preferably within the fintech or online payments industry.
- Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing, settlements, reconciliation, operations, account management, compliance, risk management, etc.
- Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development.
- Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.
- Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities, including the ability to communicate and manage staff at all levels.
- Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
- Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
Job Highlights
- Competitive salary package with KPI performance incentives.
- Opportunity to work in a highly innovative and transformative industry.
- A dynamic and supportive work culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Flexible working arrangements to balance your work and personal life.
- Bright and non-standard corporate events.