Chief Operating Officer

About the organizationA fast-growing tech scale-up making the transition from a SaaS platform to an innovative fintech proposition. With a strong software component and an ambitious growth plan, the organization is poised to position itself as a digital stock exchange.The Chief Operating Officer plays a key role in the further development of the organization and is responsible for full operational management. In close collaboration with the CEO, shareholders, and investors, the COO translates strategic objectives into a scalable and efficient operation. The role requires a combination of structure, leadership, and hands-on execution within an entrepreneurial environment.DescriptionResponsibilitiesOperational growth: Scaling the organization from 9 to 25-30 FTEs, with a focus on sales, account management, partnerships, and technical teams.Compliance & regulation: Ensuring that all processes comply with relevant financial laws and regulations, with a keen eye for risks and transparency. Technical affinity: Able to understand technical concepts and architecture, enabling you to effectively liaise with the software development team.Strategic execution: Monitoring priorities and translating vision into concrete actions, with assertiveness and decisiveness at the forefront.Stakeholder management: Building strategic partnerships and strengthening commercial and operational capabilities.Commitment & ownership: You not only provide direction but also take personal responsibility for establishing a future-proof foundation.Candidate ProfileProfileExperience in fintech or financial services, with demonstrable knowledge of regulation, compliance, and financial infrastructures.Experience within a scale-up or high-growth environment; proven track record in scaling organizations and teams.Technical affinity, able to bridge the gap between business and development.Assertive and results-oriented, able to distinguish between main and secondary issues and set priorities.Experience working in a venture capital or PE-backed environment is a plus.OfferWhat is offeredThe opportunity to play a decisive role as COO in a high-growth scale-up during the transition from SaaS to fintech.Direct collaboration with founders, investors, and an ambitious team.A dynamic environment where entrepreneurship, ownership, and growth take center stage.The opportunity to leave your mark on the strategy and organization in a sector in flux.