Chief Operating Officer: Strategic Ops Leader for Growth

Dubizzle Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in the UK is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to ensure efficient operations and high performance within the organization. The COO will oversee finance, HR, operations, governance, risk management, and compliance. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in operations or finance with a strong understanding of charity governance. The role offers competitive salary and generous holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary within the charity sector

25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays

Enrolment in NEST Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Candidates must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven success in managing complex budgets and multi-country operations.
• Experience in HR leadership and building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance, HR, IT, legal, and administrative functions.
• Oversee financial planning, compliance, and reporting.
• Ensure HR strategy aligns with organisation’s objectives.
• Manage operational risks and ensure business continuity.

Skills

Strategic operational leadership

Financial and business acumen

Strong people management

Risk awareness

Education

12+ years in operations, finance, or leadership roles

Experience in UK charity governance

Job description

A leading charity organization in the UK is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to ensure efficient operations and high performance within the organization. The COO will oversee finance, HR, operations, governance, risk management, and compliance. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in operations or finance with a strong understanding of charity governance. The role offers competitive salary and generous holidays.