Operations Director

A large-scale, international single-family office of prominent tech entrepreneurs based in London is seeking a dynamic Operations Director to oversee the personal and professional affairs of the family.

This role requires extensive project management and leadership experience, ideally within similar operational or family office environments, demonstrating a systematic and structured approach to any task or project. Superior multitasking, prioritization and people management skills are essential, along with attention to detail and effective presentation skills. The candidate should also be ready to embrace new and challenging responsibilities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Property Management and Acquisition:

• Oversee refurbishments, renovations, and rebuilds of properties in the UK and internationally.
• Manage relationships with contractors, architects, designers, and suppliers to ensure smooth execution of projects.
• Collaborate with the internal financial controller to manage project costs, while monitoring and optimizing budgets.
• Lead the identification and acquisition of new properties, utilizing both internal and external resources.

Management of Personal Projects: oversee commercial and non-commercial personal projects and manage both established businesses and nascent projects at the idea stage.

People Management: manage a team of people.

Administrative Oversight: supervise tasks related to HR, IT infrastructure, healthcare and security.

Requirements:

• Strong leadership and people management experience, with the ability to motivate and guide small teams.
• Systematic and structured approach to task management, with strong attention to detail.
• Superior multitasking, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and ability to present findings in a clear, professional manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional demeanor.
• Strong negotiation and representation skills to professionally handle interactions on behalf of the family.
• Experience in project management, with a history of managing multiple, concurrent tasks and projects.
• Strong IT and technical skills, including proficiency in office and project management software.

Preferred:

• Experience establishing and running businesses, especially within the hospitality or similar sectors.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting financial and legal documents, including budgets and contracts.
• Previous experience in a Family Office or working with UHNWIs.
• STEM background or degree.

Salary is competitive for the right candidate. It is an office-based role by default with a degree of flexibility when needed.