Operations Manager (Chinese Speaking, Dubai based)

nahc.io; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech startup in Dubai is looking for an Operations Manager to work closely with the CEO. The role involves coordinating cross-functional operations, implementing scalable systems, and spearheading talent management initiatives. The ideal candidate has proven operational leadership experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and adaptability to diverse work environments. Proficiency in Chinese is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in operational leadership within rapidly growing organizations.
• Extensive experience in human resources management and organizational development.
• Adaptable to dynamic work environments with diverse team members.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operations across HR, finance, marketing, and business development teams.
• Implement systems for operational efficiency and performance tracking.
• Spearhead talent management initiatives including recruitment and onboarding.

Skills

Operational leadership

Human resources management

Organizational development

Interdepartmental collaboration

Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese)

Job description

Overview

Our client, a cutting-edge crypto futures exchange startup, is seeking an Operations Manager to work closely with the CEO in leading day-to-day operations, overseeing people operations, streamlining processes, and building a high-performing team to drive organizational efficiency and support global growth in our fast-paced fintech environment.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate cross-functional operations across the company, ensuring seamless integration between HR, legal, finance, marketing, and business development teams
• Implement scalable systems with clear performance indicators to achieve operational efficiency and excellence
• Spearhead talent management initiatives including recruitment, onboarding, development, and performance evaluation
• Cultivate effective internal communication and team cohesion while building a robust company culture in a dynamic, distributed work environment
• Work closely with CEO in strategic planning and execution; oversee people operations, streamline processes, and build a high-performing team.

What You Will Need

• Proven track record in operational leadership, demonstrating success in expanding teams and optimizing processes within rapidly growing organizations
• Extensive experience in human resources management, organizational development, and interdepartmental collaboration
• Fintech, cryptocurrency, trading platform, or digital startup experience highly desired
• Superior interpersonal abilities with excellent organizational and leadership capabilities
• Adaptable to dynamic, diverse work environments with team members from various cultural backgrounds
• Open for candidates willing to relocate
• Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) considered a plus