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Position Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)Location: Remote / HybridReports To: Managing Director / Managing PartnerCompensation: Performance-linked incentives and equity participationSearch Mandate: Yorktown Search Partners is conducting a confidential executive search on behalf of a high-growth client in the advisory and investment sector.Role OverviewYorktown Search Partners has been retained to recruit a Chief Operating Officer (COO) for a confidential client operating at the intersection of merchant banking, capital advisory, and private investments. This is a founder-aligned opportunity for a proven operator to lead internal execution, build scalable systems, and help institutionalize a high-performing platform.As COO, you will work closely with the firms leadership to ensure the smooth execution of mandates from origination through to close. You'll design and oversee all internal processes across operations, finance, compliance, talent, and systems infrastructure. This role is ideal for a strategic operator with deep systems thinking, strong implementation capability, and an entrepreneurial mindset.This is a senior-level role with no base salary. Compensation is entirely aligned with performance and firm-wide equity value creation.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Strategy & Execution:Design and lead end-to-end operational systems that support the seamless execution of advisory and investment mandatesTranslate the firms strategic roadmap into daily workflows, task management structures, and accountability dashboardsDrive operational excellence and standardization across deal origination, client onboarding, mandate delivery, and post-close executionSystems, Technology & DataImplement and optimize core tools including CRM, compliance tracking, AI-driven dashboards, and workflow automationBuild a tech-enabled operations stack that supports scale and provides visibility across key functionsOwn internal KPIs, performance metrics, and execution reporting frameworksPeople & CultureLead all aspects of hiring, onboarding, HR compliance, and team enablementEstablish and evolve the firms internal culture, playbooks, and collaboration practicesBuild a high-functioning, distributed operations team aligned with firm values and strategic goalsFinance, Compliance & RiskManage firm-wide compliance programs in collaboration with external counsel and regulatory advisorsOversee vendor relationships, financial systems, budgeting, and operational cash flow planningEnsure the firm meets regulatory, tax, and legal requirements for institutional readinessIdeal Candidate Profile10+ years of experience in operations, strategy, or systems roles at investment firms, consultancies, or high-growth startupsProven success in institutionalizing boutique platforms or founder-led firmsDeep experience in process design, tech integration, and operational risk managementFamiliarity with capital markets, advisory workflows, and investor reporting frameworksEntrepreneurial mindset with the discipline to scale complex systems and build team infrastructureBackground in consulting (e.g., Bain, McKinsey, boutique strategy) or operational leadership in investment advisory is preferredIdeal First HireUpon joining, the COO is expected to recruit and oversee a Director of Operations-ideally a process-minded ex-consultant or early-stage operator capable of executing workflows, managing day-to-day processes, and building operational leverage across the firm.Equity Participation & Alignment RequirementThis role is designed for a senior executive seeking true ownership. Compensation includes equity participation, access to performance-driven upside, and firm-wide carried interest opportunities. To formalize alignment, the selected candidate will be required to make a $50,000 capital investment, securing equity ownership and long-term participation in the platforms value creation. Investment details will be disclosed under NDA to shortlisted candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr