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Head of Central Operations

Glasgow, Scotland, GBFull-time2026-10-13 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead a multi-site operational function for a financial planning firm, managing ~90 colleagues to deliver service to advisers and clients.

Role type

Senior leadership operational leader (Head of Central Operations)

Builds

Centralised/shared-service operating models, scalable service delivery, and operational excellence programs

Domain

Financial services / Wealth management

Required skills

Large-scale operational leadership, shared-service model design, transformation/change management, technology and automation implementation, stakeholder management, advanced analytics and data insights, commercial awareness

Preferred skills

Experience with AI capabilities, FCA regulatory compliance knowledge

Technologies

Automation tools, AI platforms, MI systems, data analytics frameworks

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Central Operations function, optimise operational capabilities for scalable growth, drive transformation initiatives using automation and AI, develop operating models and governance frameworks, ensure risk management and FCA compliance, shape Operations and Technology strategy

Seniority

Senior, strategic leadership