Chief Operating Officer (COO) About Our Client: - A leading Chinese securities firm with full financial licenses. - Business scope includes brokerage, investment banking, asset management, institutional investment, and global business. - Location: Hong Kong - Reporting line: Reports to the CEO. Key Responsibilities: Operational Strategy & System Building - Execute corporate strategy to develop comprehensive operational plans. - Oversee all middle and back-office operations, including clearing & settlement, fund operation, account management, and operational support for all business segments. - Unify operational standards across the firm. Process Optimization & SOP Management - Lead reengineering of end-to-end operational processes and standardization of SOPs. - Streamline cross-departmental collaboration and eliminate inefficient procedures. - Establish a closed-loop operational assessment and iteration mechanism to enhance institutional efficiency. Operational Risk & Compliance Control - Develop and enhance the firm’s operational risk prevention system. - Manage procedural and systematic operational risks. - Ensure strict compliance with domestic and international regulatory requirements. - Achieve zero major operational compliance incidents. Digital Operational Transformation - Collaborate with fintech and IT teams to drive automation and digital upgrades. - Optimize core trading, settlement, and customer service systems. - Build intelligent operational capabilities. Team & Cross-departmental Management - Lead the operational team, focusing on team building and talent development. - Coordinate front, middle, and back-office functions to ensure efficient business operations. Requirements: Core Background - Strong background in securities operational management. - Systematic experience in middle-back office management across all securities business scenarios. - Preference for candidates with a focus on operational management. Experience - Minimum 15 years of operational management experience in top securities institutions. - Preference for candidates with COO or Head of Operations experience at leading brokers or international investment banks. Professional Competence - Demonstrated success in operational system construction, process reengineering, and digital transformation. - Familiarity with CSRC regulations and operational rules of domestic and international capital markets. - Strong operational risk control abilities. Comprehensive Quality - Strategic vision and excellent cross-departmental coordination and problem-solving skills. - Rigorous mindset, strong resilience under pressure, and C-suite leadership qualities. - Fluency in both Chinese and English. Education - Bachelor’s degree or above required; Master’s/MBA preferred. - Relevant financial certifications (e.g., FRM) are a plus.