Vice President of Operations

About Oaklins KBC Securities

Oaklins KBC Securities operates as a part of Oaklins, a prominent global M&A and financial advisory network spanning over 55 offices in more than 40 countries with a workforce of upwards of 800 professionals. The company specializes in assisting dynamic entrepreneurs and growing enterprises in achieving substantial expansion primarily through mergers, acquisitions, and equity capital market activities. With a track record of closing over 1,900 deals in the last five years, Oaklins blends profound industry understanding with global outreach to deliver customized advisory services and navigate complex transactions. The team operates collaboratively across international borders and sectors to maximize business potential.

Role Overview

The Vice President of Operations role is a remote, full-time position responsible for managing and enhancing the firm's operational frameworks to ensure superior M&A and financial advisory services. Key duties include designing and refining workflows, allocating resources skillfully, and tracking team performance to guarantee efficient project delivery that aligns with strategic objectives. The role entails leading operational initiatives related to profit and loss, assisting with budgeting and cost efficiencies, and partnering with senior executives to shape long-term operational strategies.

Daily functions involve overseeing cross-departmental projects, supervising service quality metrics, enhancing client-facing operational processes, and instituting best practices and tools to drive continuous process improvements. Collaboration with advisory units, finance, and senior leadership is essential to enable scalable business growth and elevate client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in operations management, including process development, optimization, and tracking performance measures.
• Experience managing profit and loss aspects, encompassing budgeting, cost management, and operational efficiency improvement.
• Strong customer service orientation focused on sustaining high service levels and refining client interaction processes.
• Strategic planning capabilities to align operational functions with broader business objectives and facilitate long-term expansion.
• Competency in project management, covering project planning, execution, stakeholder liaison, and risk management.
• Significant background in financial services, investment banking, or mergers and acquisitions advisory environments is highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated leadership in guiding cross-functional teams and implementing change within dynamic settings.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities suited for remote, multicultural, and international operations.
• Academic credentials including a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related fields; professional certifications are an asset.