Head of Operations

Overview

The Head of Operations will lead and oversee the firm's day-to-day non-investment operations, ensuring the seamless execution and scalability of its trading, technology, compliance (non-financial), real-time operational risk, vendor management, HR, and investor operations. The role requires a hands-on, adaptable operator with a strong understanding of both traditional hedge fund processes and the fast-evolving crypto ecosystem. You will work closely with the firm’s partners and in coordination with the CFO, head of engineering, and HR to ensure seamless operations across the organization.

• Operational Leadership : Design and manage core business operations including trade lifecycle processes, data governance, compliance infrastructure, vendor management, and operational risk
• Optimize workflow efficiency between research, trading, compliance, and technology teams
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve performance, automation, and scalability
• Develop and enforce operational KPIs and process accountability

• Technology & Infrastructure : Work with the partners and engineering leads to ensure operational robustness of trading infrastructure, systems uptime, cybersecurity, incident response, and operational tooling and business continuity
• Oversee integration of third-party APIs (exchanges, custodians, data feeds) and related vendor relationships
• Support business continuity planning
• Oversee implementation and maintenance of middle/back office technology platforms

• Middle & Back Office Operations : Own the full post-trade lifecycle, including reconciliations, margin management, collateral monitoring, and trade settlements
• Ensure data integrity across fund admin, prime broker, and custody partners
• Maintain accurate internal dashboards and operational metrics

• Compliance & Legal Operations (Non-Financial) : Manage non-financial regulatory compliance and liaise with legal counsel on firmwide operational policies, including trading compliance, recordkeeping, and licensing
• Ensure operational procedures comply with global regulatory frameworks (e.g., SEC, FCA, MiFID II)

• Human Capital & Internal Ops : Oversee HR functions including recruiting operations, performance management, and team structuring (in coordination with department heads)
• Maintain and improve internal knowledge-sharing, documentation, and operational processes
• Oversee KYC/AML processes for counterparties, custodians, and investors

• Investor & Client Operations : Ensure seamless client onboarding, reporting, and investor communications (in coordination with IR)
• Oversee operational due diligence processes for prospective investors
• Ensure clear, consistent communication around operational risks and controls

• Strategic Planning & Execution : Translate the partner's vision into executable operational strategies
• Lead strategic planning sessions and drive high-priority initiatives across the organization

• Crypto-Native Operations : Oversee wallet management workflows (hot, cold, MPC custody), on-chain settlement, and multisig processes
• Implement controls around staking, bridging, wrapping, and smart contract interactions across DeFi protocols
• Manage centralized exchange accounts, counterparty onboarding, and real-time risk exposure
• Implement controls and automation for trade lifecycle processes: trade capture, margin tracking, settlements, and reconciliation (excluding accounting entries)
• Lead operational security efforts in collaboration with engineering and custodians

• 8-15 years of experience in operations leadership, preferably within hedge funds, trading firms, or crypto-native organizations
• Deep knowledge of financial markets, trading infrastructure, crypto market and custody models, operational risks, and exchange workflows
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead high-performance teams and scale infrastructure in fast-moving environments
• Bachelor's degree required; technical or legal education a plus

• CV Screening - Against the criteria above
• (Optional) Recruiter Call - If your CV needs additional screening
• Co-Founder/Partner Interview - To understand your experience and assess skill and cultural fit
• CIO Interview - Your direct manager, to assess skill and cultural fit
• (Optional) On-site Interview in Taiwan to meet with other key stakeholders

• Drive
• Ownership
• Judgment
• Openness
• Competence
• Resilience

Note: This description excludes any boilerplate or site-specific notices and focuses on responsibilities, qualifications, and process details relevant to the role.