Head of Operations

The Head of Operations will lead and oversee the firm's day-to-day non-investment operations, ensuring the seamless execution and scalability of its trading, technology, compliance (non-financial), real-time operational risk, vendor management, HR, and investor operations. The role requires a hands-on, adaptable operator with a strong understanding of both traditional hedge fund processes and the fast-evolving crypto ecosystem. You will work closely to the partners of the firm and work hand in hand with the firm's CFO, head of engineering, and HR to ensure seamless operations of the firm. ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership:

Design and manage core business operations including trade lifecycle processes, data governance, compliance infrastructure, vendor management, and operational riskOptimize workflow efficiency between research, trading, compliance, and technology teamsLead cross-functional initiatives to improve performance, automation, and scalabilityDevelop and enforce operational KPIs and process accountabilityTechnology & Infrastructure: Work with the partners and engineering leads to ensure operational robustness of trading infrastructure, systems uptime, cybersecurity, incident response, and operational tooling and business continuityOversee integration of third-party APIs (exchanges, custodians, data feeds) and related vendor relationshipsSupport business continuity planningOversee implementation and maintenance of middle/back office technology platformsMiddle & Back Office Operations:

Own the full post-trade lifecycle, including reconciliations, margin management, collateral monitoring, and trade settlementsEnsure data integrity across fund admin, prime broker, and custody partnersMaintain accurate internal dashboards and operational metricsCompliance & Legal Operations (Non-Financial): Manage non-financial regulatory compliance and liaise with legal counsel on firmwide operational policies, including trading compliance, recordkeeping, and licensingEnsure operational procedures comply with global regulatory frameworks (e. g. , SEC, FCA, MiFID II)Human Capital & Internal Ops:

Oversee HR functions including recruiting operations, performance management, and team structuring (in coordination with department heads)Maintain and improve internal knowledge-sharing, documentation, and operational processesOversee KYC/AML processes for counterparties, custodians, and investorsInvestor & Client Operations: Ensure seamless client onboarding, reporting, and investor communications (in coordination with IR)Oversee operational due diligence processes for prospective investorsEnsure clear, consistent communication around operational risks and controlsStrategic Planning & Execution: Translate the partner's vision into executable operational strategiesLead strategic planning sessions and drive high-priority initiatives across the organizationCrypto-Native Operations:

Oversee wallet management workflows (hot, cold, MPC custody), on-chain settlement, and multisig processesImplement controls around staking, bridging, wrapping, and smart contract interactions across DeFi protocolsManage centralized exchange accounts, counterparty onboarding, and real-time risk exposureImplement controls and automation for trade lifecycle processes:

trade capture, margin tracking, settlements, and reconciliation (excluding accounting entries)Lead operational security efforts in collaboration with engineering and custodiansRequired Experience8-15 years of experience in operations leadership, preferably within hedge funds, trading firms, or crypto-native organizationsDeep knowledge of financial markets, trading infrastructure, crypto market and custody models, operational risks, and exchange workflowsExcellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skillsProven ability to lead high-performance teams and scale infrastructure in fast-moving environmentsBachelor's degree required; technical or legal education a plusInterview ProcessAfter you apply, you can expect the following interview process:

CV Screening - Against the criteria above(Optional) Recruiter Call - If your CV needs additional screeningCo-Founder/Partner Interview - To understand your experience and assess skill and cultural fitCIO Interview - Your direct manager, to assess skill and cultural fit(Optional) On-site Interview in Taiwan to meet with other key stakeholdersThroughout the process, you'll be assessed for cultural fit through our company values:

Drive - We seek people whose passion fuels relentless growth and a pursuit of excellenceOwnership - We value those who take initiative and treat the company's goals as their ownJudgment - We value individuals who focus on what matters and consistently drive meaningful resultsOpenness - We believe in honest dialogue, constructive challenge, and shared learningCompetence - We work with people who can thrive in fast-changing environmentsResilience - We stay calm under pressure, adapt quickly, and learn from setbacks