Chief Operating Officer - Financial Services - New York City

Job Description

Our client, a well-respected international financial services firm, 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.

Responsibilities:

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

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