Americas COO: Strategy, Ops & Execution

Abacus Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Group, LLC seeks a seasoned Chief Operating Officer to oversee business management, strategy execution, and operational effectiveness across the Americas. The role demands strong commercial judgment, executive presence, and the ability to drive performance within a complex global financial services firm.

Responsibilities include partnering with senior leadership on strategic plans, supervising governance and budgets, developing KPIs, and leading cross-functional initiatives across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 15 years of experience in business management, COO functions, or strategic operations within the securities industry.
• Candidates with 10 years of relevant experience may be considered at the Director level.
• Strong background in Institutional Equities and capital markets is highly relevant.
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior leadership within a global financial institution.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, governance, and performance management.
• Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and manage complex projects across multiple business lines and functions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong executive presence, sound judgment, and ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute strategic plans across the Americas.
• Oversee governance, controls, and organizational effectiveness.
• Translate objectives into budgets, initiatives, and performance metrics.
• Lead cross-functional projects with Finance, Technology, Risk, HR.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and management reporting.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and strategic recommendations.
• Evaluate performance, identify risks and opportunities, and propose improvements.
• Establish reporting and governance to promote transparency.
• Collaborate with business leaders to drive client engagement and commercial growth.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical skills

Project leadership

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Job description

Abacus Group, LLC seeks a seasoned Chief Operating Officer to oversee business management, strategy execution, and operational effectiveness across the Americas. The role demands strong commercial judgment, executive presence, and the ability to drive performance within a complex global financial services firm.

Responsibilities include partnering with senior leadership on strategic plans, supervising governance and budgets, developing KPIs, and leading cross-functional initiatives across