Chief Operating Officer (China Listed, Banking Software, Experience in Start-Up)

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Management professional to implement strategic operational initiatives and oversee core business functions. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or similar, with 5 to 10 years of leadership experience in the banking software or fintech sector. Strong analytical skills and P&L management are required.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 3 years in senior management.
• Proven expertise in the banking software or fintech industry.
• Strong track record in managing P&L responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement operational strategies.
• Provide leadership for HR, Finance, Legal, IT, and Governance.
• Partner with the CEO to execute corporate strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Financial insight

Operational strategy

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics

Tools

ERP

CRM

BI tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Formulate and implement operational strategies, plans, and procedures that support the company's overall vision and objectives.

• Provide leadership and oversight for core business functions including HR, Finance, Legal, IT, Administration, Corporate Governance, and Investor Relations.

• Partner closely with the CEO to shape and execute corporate strategy, ensuring effective translation of strategic priorities into operational initiatives.

• Liaise with the Board of Directors, internal stakeholders, and the Parent Company to establish and uphold robust policies, processes, and governance standards.

• Track and evaluate key departmental metrics and performance indicators to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

• Act as a key representative of the company in engagements with external stakeholders, partners, and regulatory bodies.

• Deliver regular performance and strategy reports to the CEO and Board, highlighting achievements, challenges, and actionable insights.

• Drive the alignment of operations, people, and systems with the company’s strategic direction to support long-term growth and business transformation.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• With 5 - 10 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 3 years spent in senior management positions.

• Proven expertise in the banking software or fintech industry, with a strong track record of driving business success.

• Exceptional financial and operational insight, including hands-on experience managing P&L responsibility.

• Familiarity with enterprise systems like ERP, CRM, HRIS, and BI tools—a definite advantage.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and key performance metrics to make informed decisions.

• Experience working in Asian markets (China, Malaysia, Thailand, or other Southeast Asian countries)

• Willingness to travel approximately once a month to support regional operations.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants, please click on “Apply Now”. We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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