Role overview

Qualifications

Experience scaling startup operations in regulated fintech/blockchain markets
Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as GDPR, FATF, MAS, or DFSA regulations
Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and vendors
Highly organized with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

Build and scale operational processes (HR, legal, compliance, finance, customer success)
Manage day-to-day business operations to ensure smooth delivery and coordination
Design and implement systems to support growth: CRM, project management, etc.
Drive strategic planning, KPI tracking, and OKR execution across departments

Key facts

Remote from: Australia
Full time
COO - Chief Operating Officer
English

Hard skills

Regulatory Compliance AMPL General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Microsoft Dynamics CRM Project Management Cryptocurrency Exchanges Organizational Structure

Other skills

Leadership
Strategic Planning
Problem Solving
Decision Making

About the company

SummitNext

Outsourcing & Offshoring

Welcome to SummitNext, where we empower visionary leaders with cost-effective global team solutions to get to their next Summit - faster. Access top talent, streamlined operations, and exceptional service standards through your remote teams in India, the Philippines, or Malaysia – tightly integrated with you, locally managed by us, enabled by a spirit of true partnership and powered by our deep experience in this area. We firmly believe that companies of any size can enjoy the benefits of a global operating model. Whether you seek a remote team of one or a hundred, we stand ready to set a new standard with bespoke solutions tailored to your precise requirements and ambitions.

Company details

Company typeScaleup

IndustryOutsourcing & Offshoring

Company size201 - 500

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Job description

The COO will lead internal operations, translating the companys vision into efficient execution. The ideal candidate will oversee teams, systems, compliance, and ensure the business scales seamlessly across product, finance, and regulatory functions.

What will you do:

Build and scale operational processes (HR, legal, compliance, finance, customer success).
Manage day-to-day business operations to ensure smooth delivery and coordination.
Design and implement systems to support growth: CRM, project management, etc.
Drive strategic planning, KPI tracking, and OKR execution across departments.
Ensure regulatory compliance (KYC/AML, financial reporting, local/global laws).
Align internal teams to roadmap milestones and funding timelines.

Who are we looking for:

Experience scaling startup operations, especially in highly regulated fintech/blockchain markets.
Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as GDPR, FATF, MAS, or DFSA regulations.
Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and vendors.
Highly organized with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Familiarity with token economics, blockchain products, or crypto-exchange platforms is a plus.