Chief Operating Officer - Financial Services - New York City

Our client, a well-respected institutional Broker-Dealer, seeks a senior professional to serve as Chief Operating Officer overseeing the U.S. division. This key role drives business performance and provides leadership on large-scale initiatives directly impacting company profitability. Serves as a key advisor and strategic partner.

* Securities Industry experience is required*

Responsibilities:

• Manage overall business strategy, overseeing revenue opportunities and performance
• Lead cross-functional initiatives across the business
• Review client and leadership metrics and priorities
• Partner with senior management providing strategic counsel and accountability
• Set new priorities and major initiatives, prioritizing stakeholder alignment
• Develop data-driven recommendations
• Coordinate budgets with the CFO
• Produce and present executive presentations

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field of study
• 10-15+ years of COO/Business Management experience in the Securities Industry
• Extensive experience in Equities business preferred
• Demonstrated success delivering initiatives to stakeholders
• In-depth experience mentoring staff and serving as an advisor throughout the business
• Exceptional communications skills with ability to provide complex insights and business recommendations
• High level of integrity and professional standards