COO/CFO – strategic leadership role

ALS International Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 2,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS International Limited, a private group and investment office based in Hong Kong, seeks a high-calibre COO/CFO to provide strategic leadership and act as deputy to the CEO. The role covers steering growth, managing diverse real estate and investment assets, and driving governance and performance analytics.

The candidate will have 15+ years of senior leadership experience, professional accounting qualifications (ACA/CPA) and/or an MBA, with deep knowledge of real estate, hospitality and

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, CPA, or equivalent) and/or an MBA.
• 15+ years of senior leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
• Deep knowledge of real estate, hospitality, and property development sectors.
• Experience managing substantial investment portfolios across asset classes (equities, fixed income, alternatives, digital assets).
• Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives, driving growth and innovation.
• Oversee the group's portfolio including real estate and development projects across HK, Asia, and overseas.
• Identify, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities and partnerships.
• Lead continuous improvement across systems, policies, and processes.
• Strengthen corporate governance with robust controls and ethical practices.
• Enhance financial reporting, analytics, and performance management insights.
• Champion employer branding and talent development to support growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Financial governance

Data analytics

Investment acumen

Education

MBA

Master's degree

Job description

Our client is an established private group and investment office with a successful track record spanning more than 20 years. The organisation has a diverse portfolio of interests across real estate, hospitality, private equity, and other investment-related activities throughout Hong Kong, Asia, and international markets. As the business enters an exciting new phase of growth and transformation, they are seeking a high-calibre COO/CFO to provide strategic leadership, navigate complex business challenges, and act as a trusted deputy to the CEO when required.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Management Team, you will:

Develop and execute strategic initiatives, driving innovation and identifying new business opportunities to support future growth.

Oversee the group's portfolio of business interests, including real estate and property development projects, while managing existing assets and maximising investment returns across Hong Kong, Asia, and overseas markets.

Identify, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities, financial products, strategic partnerships, and new investment channels that align with the group's overall portfolio strategy.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across systems, infrastructure, policies, and processes, introducing best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.

Strengthen the organisation's corporate governance framework, ensuring robust controls, ethical business practices, and adherence to international operating standards.

Enhance commercial insight through data analytics, financial reporting, and performance management information to support decision-making and business performance.

Champion the employer brand and corporate reputation, helping to attract, develop, and retain top talent to support the organisation's next stage of growth.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of leadership, achievement, and career progression, together with the following:

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, CPA, or equivalent) and/or an MBA, Master's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.

15+ years of senior leadership experience within a leading organisation, conglomerate, real estate group, family business, or family office environment.

Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across multiple disciplines, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Demonstrated success in driving investment initiatives and strategic projects, with accountability for execution, stakeholder management, and delivery of results.

Deep knowledge and experience within the real estate, hospitality, and property development sectors.

Experience managing substantial investment portfolios, including familiarity with a broad range of asset classes such as equities, fixed income, alternative investments, and digital assets.

Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complex information into actionable business decisions.

Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence and diplomacy to engage effectively with senior executives, investors, and external partners.

Energetic, hands-on, and solutions-oriented approach, with outstanding organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded private investment office and play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of a diversified and growing business platform. The successful candidate will have significant exposure to strategic decision-making, investments, and business leadership at the highest level and be trained to succeed the CEO in the future.