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About the Role:

Our client is a rapidly growing startup hedge fund seeking a hands-on Chief Operating Officer to build and scale our operational infrastructure. This is a foundational role for a builder who excels at managing external partners and can navigate regulatory challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all external service providers, including prime brokers, fund administrators, and auditors.
• Lead the project to secure all necessary hedge fund licenses and registrations in Japan.
• Develop and maintain robust compliance, finance, and technology policies.
• Support investor due diligence and fundraising efforts as the fund grows.
• Manage firm budgeting, corporate governance, and internal operations.
• Support the founding partners in responding to operational due diligence (ODD) questionnaires from prospective investors.
• Help design and launch new fund products or vehicles as demanded by the market.
• Manage the operational aspects of the fundraising process and investor onboarding.

Qualifications:

• Required:
  7+ years in hedge fund operations, with proven experience managing third-party vendors and building operational frameworks.
• Strongly Preferred:
  Direct experience setting up a hedge fund license in Japan.
• Nice-to-Have:
  Professional fluency in Japanese.
• Must be a proactive, entrepreneurial self-starter comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Operational Execution

· Partner with the CEO to refine and execute the corporate strategy, translating long-term objectives into actionable operational plans and measurable outcomes.

· Drive organizational alignment by synchronizing cross-functional operations (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, IT, Logistics) to ensure seamless execution and synergy.

· Champion enterprise-wide process optimization, standardizing systems and workflows to maximize productivity, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

2. Operational Excellence & Performance Management

· Assume full accountability for the day-to-day operational governance, ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and workflow efficiency.

· Optimize the allocation of human, financial, and technological resources to enhance performance while rigorously managing costs and mitigating risk.

· Establish a robust KPI framework to monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement data-driven corrective actions to exceed business targets.

3. Organizational & Technological Advancement

· Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing operational teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement in partnership with HR.

· Spearhead the integration of innovative technologies and automation solutions to future-proof our operations and maintain a competitive edge.

· Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks to ensure business continuity and resilience in a dynamic global market.

Working location

Based in China South,  with extensive travel to other operational sites.

About us

We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding apparel Group with a significant global footprint in ODM, OEM, OBM, B2B, and B2C business. Our commitment to innovation and sustainable growth has positioned us as a leader in our industry. To power our next chapter, we seek a highly capable and results-driven Group COO to lead our Operations function and partner with CEO to support our continued growth.

A licensed multi-family office platform specialized in diversified investment opportunities across both private and public markets is seeking a hands-on Deputy COO to support its expanding investment operations and platform growth across Asia.

As a trusted financial firm in Hong Kong, the firm combines investment expertise, regulatory rigor, and modern infrastructure to provide a professional, transparent experience for sophisticated investors.

·    Be part of a fast-growing investment platform with deep, trusted relationships built over decades in financial markets — now expanding across multiple asset classes including public markets, co-investments, and fund opportunities. You'll join a business at an inflection point, where your work directly shapes its next phase of growth across Asia.

·    Learn and work directly with senior investment professionals with 20+ years of global experience across Tier 1 investment banks and markets divisions. You'll work closely with leaders recognized for excellence across both public and private markets — gaining practical exposure, mentorship, and insight into how top-tier professionals operate and make decisions.

·    The firm is actively investing in AI and workflow automation, integrating intelligent tools to streamline processes and enhance execution quality — giving you the opportunity to work at the forefront of how modern investment platforms are built and scaled.

We are seeking a Deputy Chief Operating Officer (COO) to execute and deliver on the firm's operational, financial, and regulatory infrastructure.

This role is ideal for a qualified accountant, auditor, or fund operations professional who understands the rigor of regulated financial institutions and is ready to take on broader leadership responsibilities across multiple entities and jurisdictions. It's ideal for a curious, driven individual who values precision, independence, and continuous learning.

As Deputy COO, you will be the backbone of Gateway's governance and execution — ensuring smooth coordination between business, systems, governance and culture that will underpin a leading multi-asset investment platform.

You will work in a flat, collaborative environment that rewards initiative, independent thinking, and curiosity. There's no bureaucracy or politics — just a high-trust culture that values integrity, precision, and continuous learning.

The role offers competitive compensation, autonomy, and a long-term leadership trajectory — this is a role designed for professionals ready to grow into future COO or leadership responsibilities as the platform expands.

·    General Operations: Lead day-to-day financial and operational processes, including payments, vendor management, and entity administration.

·    Regulatory & Compliance: Oversee all SFC-related compliance, audits, AML/KYC processes, and policy governance across jurisdictions.

·    Fund & SPC Administration: Supervise the setup, maintenance, and coordination of funds and special purpose vehicles, ensuring best-in-class governance.

·    Transaction Execution: Support investment operations and settlements across funds, co-investments, and transactions, ensuring accuracy and control.

·    Background in audit, accounting, or fund operations within financial services, fund administration, or a regulated asset manager.

·    Strong grasp of corporate governance, financial reporting, and compliance frameworks.

·    Excellent organizational and coordination skills, with a disciplined, structured approach to multi-entity oversight.

·    High integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate operational needs before they arise.

·    Comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment, capable of building processes as much as managing them.

·    Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or HKICPA are strongly preferred.

·    Join a growing, high-caliber platform at the intersection of financial markets and institutionalvinvesting.

·    Work directly with experienced principals and contribute to strategic decision-making in a flat hierarchy organization that rewards initiative and professional growth

·    Shape the operational foundation and culture of a firm expanding across Asia.

·    The firm is supportive, agile, and technology-focused, continually improving systems and workflows to drive efficiency and transparency.

·    Competitive compensation, autonomy, and long-term leadership potential

HAS by Cathay, a full-service ground handling service provider in Hong Kong, provides one-stop ground handling services for Hong Kong International Airport.

The selected candidate will play a vital role in supporting the Chief Operating Officer (COO) by ensuring seamless communication and coordination across all departments. This role also involves in liaising with shareholders and contributing to strategic planning by implementing organisational policies and supporting project execution aligned with the company's mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional secretarial and administrative support to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in an effective and efficient manner.
• Communicate and interact effectively with all department heads to ensure a smooth day-to-day operation.
• Assist COO when dealing with the Executive Committee and the Board.
• To implement organisation policies effectively.Provide assistance and ideas to COO and the management team in all aspects when undergoing and implementing all planning projects.
• To organise meetings and conferences, prepare presentation materials and prepare minutes as required.
• To prepare budget and monitor the expenditure of the Management Office.
• To perform public relation duties dealing with visitors, airline officials, business associates, Airport Authority, to ensure an ultimate betterment of the company.
• To supervise receptionist/administrative assistant and arrange internal/external mail delivery.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Post secondary or above.
• Over 7 years secretarial experience in serving senior executives.
• Candidates with formal, full-time secretarial training are highly preferred.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, and with customer-centric mindset.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Good command of both spoken and written English and Chinese.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and Chinese word processing

We offer a competitive remuneration package and a full range of benefits. To all interested applicants, please indicate the applied position and expected salary on your personal resume, and submit your application through one of the following channels:

• In-person or by mail:
  Cathay Subsidiary Services - Talent Acquisition Team, People Department, Cathay Pacific Catering Services (HK) Limited, 11 Catering Road East, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong, China.
• LinkedIn submission:
  Submit your application via Easy Apply.

If you have any inquiries, please feel free to contact to Talent Acquisition Team, People Department.

The personal data collected in this application form will be used by Cathay Subsidiary Services to support recruitment and employment related operations in the subsidiaries of Cathay Pacific Airways Limited, including but not limited to Cathay Pacific Catering Services Limited, Cathay Pacific Services Limited, Hong Kong Airport Services Limited and Vogue Laundry Service Limited ("Company", "we" or "us"). Applicants not being invited for an interview within eight weeks may be considered their applications unsuccessful. We may retain the personal data of unsuccessful applicants for future recruitment purposes for two years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Development Leadership: Develop and execute high-impact strategies to expand our brand presence, enter new markets, and forge strategic partnerships.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations across all outlets, conduct performance appraisals, ensuring consistency in service, profitability, and brand standards;
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Collaborate with senior leadership to shape long-term business goals and translate them into actionable plans.
• Team & Culture Building: Lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams to foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Customer Experience Innovation: Champion initiatives that elevate the guest experience and drive customer loyalty.

· System Transformation: Optimize and digitize business processes to enhance operational efficiency.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• a proactive and adaptable attitude (can-do attitude) with all-round commercial competence
• Bachelor degree or above, an MBA degree being preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in business development, operations, or executive leadership—preferably in hospitality, F&B, or retail.
• Proven track record of scaling businesses and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical mindset, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in operations and people management, with proven ability to optimize work processes and extensive experience in system transformation.
• Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin and English.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional networking skills with a proven ability to identify and pursue business opportunities.
• Willing to travel

主要職責:

• 業務拓展領導: 制定並執行高效策略,擴展品牌版圖,開拓新市場及建立策略性合作夥伴。
• 營運卓越管理: 管理所有分店的日常營運,確保服務一致性、盈利能力及品牌標準。
• 策略規劃與執行: 與高層管理團隊合作,制定長遠業務目標並轉化為具體行動計劃。
• 團隊與文化建設: 帶領並啟發跨部門團隊,建立問責、創新及持續改善的企業文化。
• 顧客體驗創新: 推動提升顧客體驗的項目,增強顧客忠誠度。

理想人選條件:

• 具備至少 8 年業務拓展、營運或高層管理經驗,具餐飲、零售或酒店業背景者優先。
• 曾成功擴展業務並領導跨部門團隊。
• 具備出色的商業觸覺、分析能力及談判技巧。
• 擁有卓越的溝通及人際關係技巧。
• 能操流利廣東話及英語,懂普通話者更佳。
• 具創業精神,能在快節奏及充滿挑戰的環境中表現出色。

Job description

Some careers have more impact than others.

If you're looking for a career where you can make a real impression, join Hang Seng and discover how valued you'll be. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, Hang Seng offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

We are currently seeking a high caliber professional to join our team as Chief Operating Officer, Hang Seng Investment Management Limited, reporting to Chief Executive, Hang Seng Investment Management Limited.

Principal responsibilities

• Accountable to HSVM CEO, providing leadership in the execution of high priority programmes and growth opportunities across the given remit in collaboration with businesses through effective prioritisation and implementation of transformation activities
• Has overall responsibility for managing and ensuring the operational efficiency, continuity and resilience of the internal operations and technology
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement best practices across the organisation.
• Where the performance of a function for which a COO is responsible is outsourced (including internal outsourcing through the Service Company), the COO is responsible for ensuring that outsourcing is appropriate and can be properly overseen. The COO will undertake this responsibility within the matrix structure of the HSBC Group and through the building and leveraging of the Vendor Management Capability overseeing Service Company delivery
• Provide management oversight and governance in compliance with Group policies and processes to align operational initiatives with overall business strategies
• Achieve and sustain compliance with Global Financial Crime Compliance policies and procedures through implementation of Anti-money Laundering / Sanctions policies and Global Standards
• Have joint accountability with HSVM CEO, MIC and OpCo members for ensuring compliance with all local regulatory and legal requirements
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Lead and mentor the COO team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
• Oversee the operational budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and cost control measures
• Drive the adoption of technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency and business needs
• Serves as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding operational matters

Requirements

• University graduates with proven experience in a relevant role in asset management or fund management company, with proved substantial experience in senior management role.
• Capability in ensuring optimum execution of the operational strategy from an asset management business capability perspective.
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills, with experience of dealing with executives at all levels
• Ability to develop practical, cost effective solutions to complex issues within asset management business.
• Experience of creating, leading and motivating a team.
• Experience of interpreting and analysing a large volume of information and / or data and provide succinct summary for management.
• Experience of working within a matrixed environment including local and international offices.
• Ability to lead change in contributing to joining up with the other teams in Operations and Business
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations, compliance requirements and risk management practices
• Experience in managing complex projects and initiatives with a focus in driving results
• Familiarity with asset management software and technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency

You'll achieve more when you join Hang Seng Bank Limited.

Hang Seng is committed to service excellence. Our people are our most important asset and play a vital role in our efforts to continually enhance our performance for customers and provide best-in-class products and services. We seek to attract high-calibre talent by offering a dynamic working environment, good career development opportunities and competitive compensation packages.

Issued by Hang Seng Bank Limited

Type 1, 2, 4, 5 & 9

职位描述:

作为Type 1, 2, 4, 5 & 9的RO,管理和监督券商的日常营运工作;

制定、审查和更新公司的制度和流程;

与研发团队配合,运用科技手段持续优化运营效率;

及时了解SFC和其他国际监管要求的发展;

领导交办的其他事宜。

任职要求:

金融、经济或会计等相关专业毕业,本科及以上学历,逻辑思维严谨;

持有证监会第 1、2、4、5、9 类受规管活动的无条件RO牌照;

在Type 1, 2, 4, 5 & 9类持牌公司拥有5年以上高层管理经验;

熟悉香港、美国和大陆证券和衍生品市场的运作和结算,并拒绝墨守成规;

良好的普通话、粤语和英语的口语和写作能力;

工作积极主动,有良好的团队合作精神,抗压能力强;

有大型券商或知名互联网券商的工作经验优先;

有商务扩展能力或优质客户资源者优先。

Position Description:

Act as the Responsible Officer (RO) for Type 1, 2, 4, 5 & 9 regulated activities, manage and supervise the daily operational work of the securities firm. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring the smooth execution of trading, settlement, and operations in strict compliance with regulatory requirements.

Develop, review, and update the company's systems and processes.

Establish and maintain close collaborative partnerships with the development team through technological means.

Keep abreast of the developments in SFC and other international regulatory requirements in a timely manner.

Undertake any other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the senior management.

Job Requirements:

Hold an undergraduate degree or higher from an accredited institution, majoring in finance, economics, accounting, or other relevant disciplines.  And possess rigorous logical thinking.

Hold an unconditional RO license for the Type 1, 2, 4, 5, and 9 regulated activities issued by the Securities and Futures Commission.

Have more than 5 years of senior management experience in Type 1, 2, 4, 5 & 9 licensed companies.

Be familiar with the operation and settlement of the securities and derivatives markets in Hong Kong, the United States, and the Chinese mainland. Demonstrate a forward - thinking mindset, being receptive to new ideas and innovative approaches, and actively challenging traditional, inefficient practices.

Have good oral and written skills in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English.

Possess strong team - building and collaborative skills, being able to work harmoniously with diverse teams under high - pressure environments. Exhibit exceptional stress - tolerance and resilience in the face of challenging work demands.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior work experience in large - scale securities firms or well - known online brokers will be given priority.

Those with business expansion capabilities or high - quality customer resources will be given priority.

What we're looking for:

• Penultimate year Undergraduate/Masters' student with outstanding academic achievement
• Majoring in Finance, Economics, Management or a related area
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Being comfortable with change and able to adjust to changing demands and requirements
• Strong team player and client-focused
• Demonstrate energy and drive
• Fluency in English is essential, appropriate Asian language skills are also essential for some roles and countries

Why Us?
The Chief Operating Officer Group (COO) partners with all business units, and support and control functions in a broad range of responsibilities, including strategic analysis of new business opportunities and execution of new business initiatives, day-to-day management of the business and related operations, client and data analytics, and fulfillment of internal and external governance requirements.

What you'll do:

• Assist regional and line of business management in development and implementation of established strategic goals and objectives
• Assist in governance work
• Analyze and report business performance for Senior Management
• Execution of recurring business reporting packages
• Research, prepare, and present written and verbal reports on a variety of strategic topics
• Provide and manage financial analyses as required for strategic initiatives
• Assist with the design, development and the implementation of any metrics system and dashboards
• Participate in special projects

Program Overview
The Summer program is a 10-week program designed to provide Summer Analysts with a unique opportunity to gain an exposure to life at Bank of America and also make significant contributions to the team. The Summer program begins with an orientation and induction to the firm. Summer Analysts are given a true associate experience, as assignments mirror full-time responsibility and include goal-setting and a formal review process.

• Access to the bank's learning hub containing a variety of learning resources, ranging from banking fundamentals to communication skills
• Structured and on-the-job training
• Networking and social opportunities
• Speaker series with senior management across all lines of business
• Corporate Social Responsibility project/learning
• Involvement in Opportunity and Inclusion training/events
• Consideration for full-time employment upon graduation

About Us
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We're devoted to being an inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees. We use a multi-faceted approach for flexibility, depending on the various roles in our organization.

Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference. Join us

Connecting Asia Pacific to the World
Our Asia Pacific team is spread across 19 cities in 12 markets. We are focused on connecting Asia to the world and the world to Asia, using our global expertise to ensure success is shared between us, our clients and our communities. Our regional footprint covers 12 currencies, more than a dozen languages and five time zones, placing us firmly among the region's leading financial services companies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of reporting experience, ideally within insurance or fund management
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Proven skills in team management, coaching, and staff development
• Solid problem-solving and data analytics capabilities
• Fluent in English and Chinese/Cantonese (written and spoken)
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a team environment