Chief Operating Officer

Bank of America; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Wealth Fund is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operations and strategy, ensuring effective execution across key functions. This senior role demands collaboration with the executive team and a commitment to advancing the Fund's mission while integrating private and public sector expertise.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Unique learning opportunities

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for Operations, IT, PMO, Procurement, and Facilities.
• Shape the strategy and future development of the NWF in collaboration with the CEO and Board.
• Deliver and enhance the technology platform and operational processes.

Job description

At the National Wealth Fund, our mission is to swiftly and effectively mobilise trusted sector insights and investment expertise to unlock billions in private finance for projects across the United Kingdom. Providing £27.8bn of capital and an expanded mandate, we are ready to help the market invest with confidence, continue to drive forward the Government’s growth ambitions.

We are looking for skilled and results-oriented individuals who are motivated to help us build the National Wealth Fund into an industry-leading institution.

Job Purpose

HOW TO APPLY: We are delighted to be partnering with search experts, Russell Reynolds, in the recruitment of this role. If you would like to find out more and apply, please APPLY HERE.

About The Role

We are seeking to recruit an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) to provide executive leadership for Operations, IT, PMO, Procurement, and Facilities. As a key member of the Executive Team, you will be instrumental in shaping the strategy, planning, and future development of the NWF, working closely with the CEO and the Board.

You will be responsible for the delivery and continuous enhancement of the technology platform, operational processes, and infrastructure that underpin the Fund’s strategy.

Location & Application Details

• Location: Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the Leeds office.
• Closing Date: The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 29th June 2025 via the Russell Reynolds Associates website.

A career with us offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact and work on cutting-edge technologies that will drive the UK’s future. We value diversity in our people and inclusion is at the heart of what we do.

We offer competitive benefits and unique learning opportunities by combining both private and public sector skills and experience. Please note, referencing and background checks are carried out for all roles here at the National Wealth Fund.