Remote Director of Operations - Scale Global Teams & Ops

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Remote healthcare benefits

Home office stipend and technology

Unlimited paid time off

Global collaboration opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Director of Operations to lead and shape the operational strategy for a globally distributed team, with Cape Town oversight. This role focuses on driving efficiency, scalability, and high-performance execution across distance.

You will define processes, leverage technology, and develop KPIs to optimise operations while mentoring senior staff and aligning with strategic business goals from a remote base.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of progressive experience in operations management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Proven success in leading remote or distributed operations.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and manage operational strategies to support growth in a remote setting.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of operational staff.
• Oversee budget planning, resource allocation, and financial performance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Remote team management

Financial acumen

Communication & mentoring

Data analytics

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Remote collaboration tools

Operational management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Director of Operations to lead and shape the operational strategy for a globally distributed team, with Cape Town oversight. This role focuses on driving efficiency, scalability, and high-performance execution across distance.

You will define processes, leverage technology, and develop KPIs to optimise operations while mentoring senior staff and aligning with strategic business goals from a remote base.