COO: Global Growth & Operations Leader (Remote)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Equity options

Health insurance

Bonuses

Flexible remote work

Growth opportunities

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Stock option plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Chief Operations Officer to join our executive team. Based near Centurion, Gauteng, with substantial remote flexibility, the COO will scale operations, optimize processes, and ensure high-quality service delivery to a global client base.

You will lead an experienced operations organization, implement KPIs, manage budgeting and forecasting, and build robust frameworks for rapid growth while maintaining governance and risk controls.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in senior operational leadership roles.
• Proven track record scaling operations for high-growth tech/SaaS.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the company's operations including tech infrastructure, customer support, service delivery, and internal administration.
• Develop and execute long-term operational strategies aligned with business objectives and growth targets.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing operations team with a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Drive operational efficiency and cost optimization without compromising quality or client satisfaction.
• Implement and manage KPIs to measure operational success and identify improvement areas.
• Ensure scalability of operations to support rapid growth and increasing demand.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for operations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and partners.
• Manage risk and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Lead strategic projects to enhance operational capabilities and competitive advantage.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy

Operations management

Financial acumen

Communication

Team mentoring

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related

MBA desirable

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Chief Operations Officer to join our executive team. Based near Centurion, Gauteng, with substantial remote flexibility, the COO will scale operations, optimize processes, and ensure high-quality service delivery to a global client base.

You will lead an experienced operations organization, implement KPIs, manage budgeting and forecasting, and build robust frameworks for rapid growth while maintaining governance and risk controls.