Operations Manager

Our small, dynamic team of five is spread across London, Sydney, and the USA, and as a young startup, we’re looking for an operations hire who is excited to grow with us, get hands-on, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers direct exposure to senior management and the trading team, presenting a unique opportunity to shape the operational function within a dynamic startup environment.

Responsibilities:

• Define & Build Operations Function: Establish and implement efficient, scalable operational processes across the fund.
• Compliance & Regulatory: Develop and manage regulatory compliance processes, oversee filings, and support audits and due diligence.
• Tax & Financial Oversight: Lead tax compliance, oversee financial reporting, and coordinate with external advisors.
• Operational Readiness: Maintain records for investor reviews and audits, ensuring operational excellence and readiness for growth.
• Broker & Banking Relationships: Build and manage relationships with brokers, clearers, exchanges and banks to support seamless trading and settlement.

Requirements

Ideal Candidate:

• 3-5 years in finance/accounting or law/compliance, ideally within hedge funds, financial services, or startups.
• Background as a consultant or a start-up Chief of Staff is also plus, especially if you’re scrappy, proactive, and comfortable adapting quickly.
• Genuinely interested in markets and trading, with a curious, self-driven attitude to learn and grow.
• Comfortable in a scrappy, startup environment and eager to help build from the ground up.
• Based in NYC or willing to relocate.

• Experience in financial operations or legal - ideally within hedge funds or financial services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to navigate complex, high-stakes environments.
• Good understanding of financial markets, trading operations, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with senior management and external partners.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, with a readiness to adapt to new platforms as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.