Head of Operations needed at Robert Walters

• The Head of Operationsis set to play a crucial role in providing strategic input into the day-to-day and long-term growth plan of the business, deliver on strategic projects and represent the company on industry body forums and committees.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for formulating and managing the operational strategy, overseeing the finance function, managing compliance and governance and leading various teams. A Finance role with an operational and strategic flair to it.

Key qualifications and experience required for the Head of Operations:

• Fully qualified CA (SA) or similar
• 5 years+ post-qualified experience, within the Financial Services sector
• A background in Asset Management or Fund Administration is highly preferred
• Proven experience working with operations management, complianceandgovernance
• Excellent leadership skills with experience leading diverse teams

Key duties of the Head of Operations:

• Support executive directors in crafting strategic initiatives
• Provide strategic input into the business’s growth plan
• Formulate and manage the operational strategy
• Manage the finance function including oversight of financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation
• Take responsibility for client service and distribution function
• Manage compliance and governance through robust risk framework
• Oversee internal corporate governance and company secretarial duties

Key personal skills:

• Proactive, taking initiative to identify and address challenges before they become problems
• Motivated by a strong desire to achieve successful results and make a difference
• Strong ability to work collaboratively and working effectively with others
• Able to think strategically and develop a plan of action that aligns with the organisation’s
• Effective communicator, able to convey ideas and information clearly and convincingly to an audience
• Strong people management and leadership