COO Office - Senior Associate

Ryan Specialty; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Specialty in London is seeking a high‑performing, versatile professional to support the COO office across strategic and operational initiatives. This is a hands‑on role working closely with senior leadership to deliver priority initiatives spanning transformation, M&A integration, TOM design and operational improvement.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in consulting or financial services, strong analytical and presentation skills, and are highly organised with excellent stakeholder

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in consulting (Big 4, strategy, boutique) or financial services industry
• Exposure to target operating model design, M&A/integration or transformation delivery
• Excellent PowerPoint, Excel and written communication skills
• Highly organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to engage senior audiences

Responsibilities

• Support the COO office in delivering key strategic and operational priorities
• Translate business objectives into structured reports, deliverables and roadmaps
• Prepare executive-level materials including board packs, updates and presentations
• Track actions and drive accountability across senior stakeholders
• Support delivery of transformative initiatives including TOM design, process improvement, automation and offshoring
• Conduct structured analysis to support decision-making

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

PowerPoint

Excel

Written communication

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a high-performing, versatile individual to support the COO office across a broad portfolio of strategic and operational initiatives. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role working closely with senior leadership to help deliver priority initiatives spanning transformation, M&A integration, target operating model and operational improvement. The role is ideal for individuals transitioning from consulting into industry and looking to take ownership of delivery and outcomes.

Location:

London - UK - Fenchurch

What will your job entail?

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the COO office in delivering key strategic and operational priorities
• Translate business objectives into structured reports, deliverables and roadmaps
• Prepare executive-level materials including board packs, updates and presentations
• Track actions and drive accountability across senior stakeholders
• Support delivery of transformative initiatives including TOM design, process improvement, automation and offshoring
• Conduct structured analysis to support decision-making

Candidate Profile

• 3–5 years’ experience in consulting (Big 4, strategy, boutique) or financial services industry
• Exposure to target operating model design, M&A/integration or transformation delivery
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent PowerPoint, Excel and written communication skills
• Highly organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to engage senior audiences

Why This Role

• Direct exposure to COO and executive leadership team
• Broad remit across strategy, transformation and operations
• Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects
• Accelerated career development in a high-growth, international business

Disclaimer

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization.Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression,sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners,and communities.This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.