Deputy COO

7 days ago

Riga, Rīga, Latvia Evotym Full time €60,000 - €80,000 per year

About the Client

An international fintech/investment company headquartered in Latvia.

Role Overview

This is a new role to support and relieve the COO. You will take ownership of daily operations, manage projects, coordinate contractors, and ensure smooth execution of key initiatives, including audits, compliance, and new product launches.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operational processes in the office and support COO in internal status meetings.

  • Take end-to-end ownership of projects such as audits, compliance initiatives, and product launches.

  • Coordinate and oversee external contractors and internal stakeholders.

  • Monitor administrative operations, including office logistics and scheduling.

  • Ensure tasks and projects are executed efficiently and on time.

  • Provide proactive support to the COO and team for operational improvements.

Requirements

  • Experience in Project Management or Operations, ideally in fintech, finance, or IT.

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Experience communicating with leadership-level stakeholders.

  • Familiarity with audits, compliance, or product launches is preferred.

  • Fluency in English and Latvian.

Key Soft Skills

  • Energetic, ambitious, and proactive ("doer" mindset).

  • Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities.

  • Reliable, hands-on, and willing to take ownership.

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, small-team environment.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work closely with the COO and take ownership of key projects.

  • Hands-on, dynamic, and flexible work environment.

  • Career growth in a growing international fintech company.

  • Exposure to compliance, audits, and product development in a regulated environment.

Hiring process (for IT positions)

  • Initial HR screening.

  • Interview with COO and operational stakeholders.

  • Practical assignment or case discussion (if applicable).

  • Final interview and offer.

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