Join the leadership of a fast-growing professional services firm
Addition Compliance is looking for a Chief Operating Officer to help ensure our rapid growth is built on rock-solid operations. As COO you will be at the heart of our ambitious firm turning strategy into action, driving operational excellence, and ensuring our clients experience the seamless, reliable service they expect from a market leader.
This is a high-impact role, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the board. You will be the person who ensures smooth running of the business by shaping processes, motivating teams, and building the foundations for sustainable growth.
If you enjoy working in agile, entrepreneurial environments and thrive on variety, this could be the move that lets you shape a business at the sharp end of regulatory services.
Why this role?
* Play a pivotal leadership role in a fast-growing, technology-focused services firm
* Drive transformation across operations, client onboarding, risk, and service delivery
* Work at board level without the need for previous COO experience, so long as you can demonstrate proven leadership and transformation experience
* Operate remotely day-to-day, with visits to our London office and client sites as needed for the role
What you will do
* Shape strategy Turn firm strategy into scalable, efficient processes and lead major operational transformation projects
* Run operations Own and streamline core business operations including contracts, compliance, governance, vendors, and systems
* Oversee HR Ensure the firm is compliant in all areas and have robust L&D plans in place to drive internal growth and succession planning
* Elevate client experience Design and optimise onboarding and service delivery to be consistent, automated, and client-centric
* Manage risk Oversee resilience, ISMS/ISO frameworks, continuity planning, and risk registers
* Own software projects We are harnessing bold opportunities in automation and AI, of which you will be a leader in strategy, scoping and project management
* Lead Build alignment across teams, inspire a culture of continuous improvement, and represent the CEO when needed
* Enable growth: Support new service launches, international expansion, and resource planning to keep the firm ahead of demand
What we are looking for
* Experience in a small or mid-sized service business (eg. professional services, compliance, tech-enabled services, consultancy)
* Experience of establishing or working within ISO 27001 framework – data security is at the core of everything we do
* Experience of scoping and managing software build projects
* Proven ability to design and improve processes, lead change, and manage complex projects
* Confidence working with senior stakeholders, with strong communication and presentation skills
* A collaborative leader who can motivate teams and get things done
* Exposure to technology transformation, compliance frameworks, or financial services are all beneficial but not essential
What we offer
* £100,000 per annum + bonus + long term incentive plan + benefits including family private health with Bupa
* Fully remote working with monthly London HQ meetings
* The chance to join a fast-growing firm and leave your mark on its future
* A collaborative, ambitious culture where your ideas matter
About Addition Compliance
We are specialists in outsourced regulatory reporting for the world’s leading fund managers and financial institutions. Our reputation is built on precision, reliability, and personal service. At Addition Compliance you will find a team that values collaboration, innovation, and delivering excellence to clients who trust us with their most critical reporting obligations.
How to apply
Send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit for Addition Compliance