A London-based international single family office is seeking to appoint a commercially minded and highly capable Deputy CFO / COO to support the Head of the Family Office across a broad range of operational, financial, and strategic matters.This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to step into a role within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. The successful candidate will play a central role in the day-to-day management and evolution of the family office, working closely with principals and senior stakeholders across multiple areas of activity and investment.The role requires a highly adaptable and hands-on individual who combines strong people leadership and operational oversight with a solid understanding of finance, structuring, governance, and family office best practice.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the day-to-day operations and coordination of the London family officeAct as a trusted deputy to the Head of the Family Office across operational, financial, and strategic initiativesLead and manage a small multidisciplinary team, including finance, administration, household, and business affairs functionsSupport governance, reporting, cashflow oversight, budgeting, and financial controlsCoordinate with external advisers including legal, tax, banking, investment, and fiduciary professionalsAssist with structuring matters across entities, investments, and jurisdictionsDrive operational efficiencies, processes, and organisational development within an evolving entrepreneurial environmentSupport special projects, transactions, and broader business interests of the principals as requiredMaintain oversight across the various activities of the family office while balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day executionCandidate ProfileQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Approximately 7+ years’ post-qualification experiencePrior experience within a family office, private office, investment office, or closely held entrepreneurial environment is highly desirableStrong leadership and people management capability, with experience overseeing multidisciplinary teamsCommercially minded, pragmatic, and solutions-orientedComfortable operating in a hands-on, non-corporate environment with changing prioritiesBroad understanding of family office operations, including finance, governance, structuring, tax coordination, and administrationHigh levels of discretion, professionalism, and emotional intelligenceStrong organisational and communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships internally and externallyThe OpportunityThis position offers significant exposure, autonomy, and long-term growth potential within a sophisticated but entrepreneurial single family office environment. The role would suit an individual seeking to broaden their leadership responsibilities and develop into a senior operational and strategic position over time.If you would like to find out more about the role, please send a (preferably Word) copy of your latest CV to dimitrip@agreusgroup.comREF: AGR 1086
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