Director of Investment Op's (Strategy/Projects)

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Director/Associate Director, Investment Operations Strategy and Projects in Boston, MA for a hybrid role (4 days in office).Overview:A highly respected investment organization is seeking a strategic leader to join a key team responsible for driving operational excellence, managing critical investment workflows, and leading business-enhancing initiatives across the investment platform.This is not a traditional investment operations position. The role combines people leadership, project execution, stakeholder partnership, and process improvement within a complex and fast-moving investment environment.Key Responsibilities:* Lead and develop a team supporting mission-critical investment and operational processes* Drive operational improvements, automation initiatives, and strategic projects across the investment platform* Partner with internal and external stakeholders to enhance data quality, controls, and workflow efficiency* Provide oversight of complex investment-related activities including portfolio data governance, reconciliations, cash management, and risk-focused operational processes* Lead cross-functional initiatives involving new products, technologies, and process enhancements* Continuously assess operational risks and identify opportunities to improve scalability and effectivenessRequirements* 5-12 years of experience in public accounting, advisory, consulting, investment operations, asset management, or financial services* Big 4 or Top 10 accounting firm foundation strongly preferred* Experience supporting investment management, private equity, hedge funds, insurance, or other complex financial services environments is a plus* Proven leadership, project management, and stakeholder management capabilities* Strong analytical mindset with an interest in process improvement, automation, and operational strategyPosition Highlights:* Leadership opportunity managing and developing a team* Significant exposure to senior leadership and key business initiatives* Blend of strategy, operations, process improvement, and project leadership* Opportunity to drive automation and technology-enabled enhancements* Excellent platform for professionals looking to move beyond traditional audit, accounting, or operations roles* Strong career growth potential and internal mobility opportunitiesJob TypeDirect HireCompensation170000 - $235000