Business Operations & Transformation Lead at Robert Walters

• An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Business Operations & Transformation Lead to join a globally recognised investment advisory and private equity firm, supporting high-impact business transformation and operational excellence.

What you'll do:

As Business Operations & Transformation Lead, you will immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where your ability to manage complex projects will be highly valued. Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale transformation projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Coordinate organisational restructuring, post-acquisition integration, and business scaling by aligning policies, processes, and systems.
• Partner with senior leadership to prepare executive presentations, communication strategies, and provide strategic change support.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across teams in London, Jersey, Cape Town, and Johannesburg for smooth project execution.
• Act as the main contact for external consultants during project handovers to ensure clear communication and knowledge transfer.
• Identify process improvement opportunities by breaking down challenges into actionable steps to enhance efficiency.
• Support employee engagement during transitions through thoughtful communication plans that build trust and understanding.
• Use data-driven insights to guide decision-making while maintaining attention to detail in project management.
• Promote collaboration within teams to align objectives and foster a shared sense of purpose.

What you bring:

To excel as Business Operations & Transformation Lead, you will bring a wealth of experience in steering multifaceted projects within complex organisational settings.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organisational Development, or related field (advanced qualifications preferred).
• Minimum 6 years’ experience managing complex projects in organisational design or business transformation.
• Experience with mergers & acquisitions or post-acquisition integration in global organisations is highly desirable.
• Strong expertise in project management tools and methodologies for multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing executive materials and presenting at board level.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to structure ambiguous situations and balance detail-oriented tasks with strategic goals.
• High proficiency in AI tools and project management software; skilled in interpreting data-driven insights.
• Demonstrated discretion with sensitive information and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Collaborative team player with a proven ability to manage competing priorities effectively.