Deputy Head of Operations

Confidential; Paris; Sur place; EUR 100 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A major international real estate fund is seeking a Deputy Head of Operations in Paris. This role involves designing and improving operational processes, collaborating with leadership on long-term strategies, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has a strong academic background in Finance or Economics, proven team management experience, and advanced analytical skills. This opportunity is ideal for those passionate about building scalable, tech-enabled operations in high-growth environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in team management with strong leadership skills.
• Expertise in analytical thinking and proficiency with relevant tools.
• Fluency in English, additional languages a plus.

Responsabilités

• Design and improve operational processes for efficiency.
• Collaborate with leadership on business strategies.
• Develop performance models for project outcomes.
• Define and monitor KPIs to guide decision-making.
• Lead a high-performing team with a culture of accountability.

Connaissances

Team management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Formation

Academic background in Finance, Economics, Business or similar

Outils

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Description du poste

Deputy Head of Operations

Specialized headhunter in mid-level and executive positions is seeking, on behalf of a major international real estate fund, a Deputy Head of Operations.

Are you a strategic operator with a global mindset and a passion for building scalable, tech-enabled operations in dynamic, high-growth environments? If you thrive on driving impact, collaborating across teams, and leading performance-driven operations—this role could be your next big opportunity.

Your key responsibilities

• Design, implement, and continuously improve operational processes to support business growth and efficiency.
• Act as a strategic partner to the headquarters, contributing to the design and local implementation of global initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership on the definition and execution of long-term business strategies and key partnerships.
• Develop performance models to optimize project and portfolio outcomes.
• Define and monitor KPIs, analyze results, and identify improvements to guide decision-making.
• Lead the planning and coordination of new projects across cross-functional teams.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and ensure clear task distribution within the team.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team with a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Ensure operational strategy execution and support day-to-day excellence.
• Work collaboratively across departments and senior stakeholders to align on goals and deliver results.

Your profile

• Academic background in Finance, Economics, Business or similar.
• Proven experience in team management, with strong leadership and people development skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive results in a collaborative environment
• Advanced analytical thinking and proficiency with tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, or similar.
• Excellent communication, synthesis, and presentation skills across different audiences.
• Full professional fluency in English (spoken and written); other languages are a plus.

Join a company with an international footprint, a strong growth trajectory, and a mission-driven culture.