Chief Operating Officer / COO
£90,000 per annum
9-Month Fixed Term Contract
Immediate Start
Cardiff City Centre
Alternative Titles: Head of Operations, Operations Director, Director of Operations
An iconic Welsh third-sector organisation is seeking an Interim Chief Operating Officer (COO) to support the business as the CEO focuses on a high-profile strategic project. This pivotal role will provide leadership and operational oversight across multiple departments, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations and effective delivery of organisational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee department heads across Finance, HR, Marketing, IT, Compliance, and Communications, facilitating their work and removing operational blockers.
* Act as a key liaison between departments, fostering cross-functional collaboration and ensuring alignment with the organisations strategic goals.
* Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance management to department heads, balancing empathy with accountability.
* Build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation, promoting a positive, values-driven culture.
* Drive operational excellence, identifying process improvements and efficiency gains.
Candidate Profile:
* Proven experience as a COO, Operations Director, or Head of Operations within a complex, multi-functional organisation.
* Exceptional people management skills with the ability to coach, inspire, and hold teams accountable.
* Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities, with the gravitas to operate at board level.
* Experience within the third sector, funded organisations, or creative industries would be highly advantageous.
* A collaborative and adaptable leadership style, with a track record of driving operational performance.
Contract Details:
* Immediate Start
* Office-based role, with the potential for a 4-day week arrangement.
* Fixed-term contract for 9 months.
If you have the leadership expertise to make an immediate impact in this unique organisation, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 months
Pay: £90,000.00 per year
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person