Head of Operations / Business Operations Manager – high growth Hedge Fund – Jersey
Are you a fund administration, corporate governance, fund accounting, or operations professional looking to bring your entrepreneurial spirit to a lean and high-performing hedge fund?
Looking for an opportunity to drive efficiency and growth in a collaborative, fast-paced environment?
Do you handle a significant client for a Jersey Fund Services business and feel undervalued as a Manager/Senior Manager/Associate Director and ready to step into an in-house role?
Client:
Our client, a fast-growing hedge fund headquartered in Jersey, seeks a talented and adaptable Head of Operations or Business Operations Manager (depending on seniority) to support its Chief Operating Officer in scaling the business effectively. With a strong track record of performance, including an exceptional return since inception, this firm is poised for significant growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Oversight: Establish and monitor core business cadence across group entities, including best practice and outsourced service provider management.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with executive leadership, service providers, and internal teams to align operational goals.
- Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies, implement scalable solutions, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Project Coordination: Lead strategic initiatives, audits, and cross-functional projects with finance, IT, fund admin, compliance teams and more.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactively address operational risks while ensuring smooth day-to-day business operations.
What You’ll Bring:
- Broad Expertise: Experience managing outsourced functions (finance, IT, compliance, co-sec) and implementing effective operational processes… or the experience of working in these providers and having the confidence to oversee them from the client side.
- Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, juggling multiple responsibilities and navigating evolving business needs.
- Strong Communication Skills: Adept at building trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, external partners, and regulators.
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: A problem-solver who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and say, “I don’t know, but I’ll figure it out.”
- Relevant Experience: A background in fund administration, corporate governance, fund accounting, or similar operations roles, ideally with exposure to hedge funds or financial services.
What’s on Offer:
- Compensation: Base salary with a performance bonus and benefits
- Growth Potential: Opportunity to grow into a COO-type role as the company evolves.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a close-knit, entrepreneurial team passionate about driving business success.
If you’re ready to make a real impact at a thriving hedge fund and want to help drive its next phase of growth, our client wants to hear from you. Apply today and take your career to the next level!
To apply for this job email your details to doug.newman@ofcpartners.com.