TL;DR

Strategy & Operations Manager (Fintech): Driving the company’s most important cross-functional initiatives, translating leadership priorities into structured execution plans, and ensuring measurable results. Focus on diagnosing operational inefficiencies, designing scalable fixes, and building visibility through data analysis and internal tooling.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK

Company

InvestEngine is an award-winning, industry-leading investment platform that champions the use of exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

What you will do

  • Own and deliver high-priority, cross-functional initiatives (AI enablement, planning cadence, performance metrics, process redesign, internal tooling).
  • Translate leadership priorities into structured plans with milestones, KPIs, and clear accountability.
  • Diagnose root causes of operational inefficiencies and implement structural, scalable fixes.
  • Design and improve workflows using automation, AI (e.g., Notion AI), and internal systems.
  • Build visibility through data analysis using SQL and Python to create decision-driving reporting.
  • Improve operational governance and drive adoption of tools like Asana and Notion to enhance execution discipline.

Requirements

  • 3–7+ years of experience in consulting, strategy & operations, or high-growth tech/fintech.
  • Proven track record of independently leading and delivering cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong structured problem-solving skills (hypothesis-driven, root-cause focused).
  • High data literacy, confident using SQL and Python for analysis.
  • Comfortable designing processes and working with operational tooling (Asana, Notion, systems integrations).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to bring clarity to ambiguity.
  • High ownership, strong execution discipline, and comfort operating in a fast-moving environment.

Nice to have

  • Experience in fintech or regulated environments.
  • Exposure to automation or AI-enabled workflows.
  • Experience scaling operational systems in a high-growth company.
  • Background in top-tier consulting or analytical roles.

Culture & Benefits

  • Impact from day one by tackling real challenges driving business stability, efficiency, and growth.
  • Opportunities to expand responsibilities and influence company direction as the company scales.
  • Transparent and open culture with clear communication and cross-business collaboration.
  • Supportive, high-calibre team of talented professionals who are experts in their fields.
  • Remote first and flexible approach, focusing on results over rigid hours and trusting you to manage your time effectively within the hybrid model.

Hiring process

  • Introductory call with Talent team.
  • Gamified cognitive assessment.
  • Competency interview (may include a short case or task).
  • Senior leadership interview.