Strategic Operations Leader for Transformation & Delivery

Odgers Berndston; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Odgers Berndston is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to strengthen organisational delivery at a pivotal point in its development. Working with the CEO, Board and Leadership Team, the COO will translate strategy into coordinated action, lead transformation and maintain disciplined delivery in a complex environment.

The role focuses on aligning operations with strategic priorities, driving improvements in planning and performance, and partnering with senior leadership to ensure coherence between

Responsibilities

• Translate strategy into coordinated action across the organisation
• Lead organisational change and ensure disciplined delivery in a complex, high‑visibility environment
• Align operational execution with strategic priorities across corporate functions
• Drive improvements in how the organisation plans and executes, partnering with senior leadership
• Maintain coherence between board-level direction and day‑to‑day operational outcomes
• Demonstrate strong stakeholder management and clear, decisive communication to deliver results

Job description

Odgers Berndston is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to strengthen organisational delivery at a pivotal point in its development. Working with the CEO, Board and Leadership Team, the COO will translate strategy into coordinated action, lead transformation and maintain disciplined delivery in a complex environment.

The role focuses on aligning operations with strategic priorities, driving improvements in planning and performance, and partnering with senior leadership to ensure coherence between