Meertec
LinkedIn · COO & Transformation (UK) · 15 Oct 2026
Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Investment Management
Boutique Investment Management | London£200,000–£250,000 Base + Bonus + Equity / Share Options THE OPPORTUNITY An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished, commercially astute Chief Operating Officer / Managing Director to join an ambitious, newly established investment management business in London. The firm is preparing to launch two innovative investment funds across the alternative investment sector, supported by an experienced leadership team with ambitious plans for growth. This is a rare opportunity to join a business at a formative stage, playing a pivotal role in its establishment, regulatory development, fund launches and long-term strategic growth. The successful individual will operate at board level, working closely with the founders, CIO and senior leadership team to build a robust, scalable and commercially successful investment management platform. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Act as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to business strategy, commercial development and growth.• Lead the operational establishment and launch of new investment funds.• Develop and scale the firm's operating model, governance framework and infrastructure.• Provide senior oversight of FCA regulatory obligations, permissions, compliance and regulatory engagement.• Oversee fund administration, accounting, NAV, valuations, reporting and operational controls.• Manage relationships with fund administrators, custodians, depositaries, auditors, legal advisers and other service providers.• Oversee risk management, financial crime controls, operational resilience and regulatory reporting.• Provide strategic oversight of financial management, budgets, cash flow, capital requirements and commercial performance.• Establish scalable systems, technology, processes and outsourcing arrangements.• Build and lead operational teams as the business expands.• Work closely with the founders and CIO on strategic partnerships, fund devel