Operations Manager | Digital Assets

Kohort Partners has been retained for the search of an experienced Operations Manager to join an established Australian financial and investment services group.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a rare leadership opportunity at the crossroads of digital assets and precious metals. You will run and grow the digital asset business incl. managing day to day operations across crypto brokerage, crypto-to-bullion swaps and tokenised metals.

We strongly prefer Brisbane based candidates, but are flexible for the right person.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the crypto and tokenised gold/silver business units incl. running day to day operations
• Navigate a fast-changing regulatory environment and partner with Compliance and Finance on AML/CTF, AUSTRAC and AFSL.
• Own the P&L and report monthly to the CEO and Board
• Own the operations behind KYC, order processing, inventory management and liquidity partner relationships
• Lead the client service team and set the culture for the function
• Manage scam risk, market exposure, and banking relationship integrity

About You

• Experience in regulated crypto and/or precious metals operations, including AUSTRAC reporting
• You don't need to be a blockchain engineer but have a solid grasp of crypto custody and tokenised assets
• Strong financial literacy incl. P&L ownership, budgets and cash flow control at a business unit level
• Strong negotiations and relationship building skills
• You are a genuine people person who leads with integrity. You love being part of a team, collaborate and are excited by growth and opportunity.

What's in it for you?

• Direct line to the CEO and a real seat in the leadership team
• Genuine scope to shape and grow a business unit
• A truly unique niche. There is no one else in Australia doing what they do
• A fun, collaborative and generous culture in a business that backs its people

How to apply

This is a rare opportunity in a genuinely bespoke and growing part of the market. Apply now via SEEK, or send an email to [email protected]. I can't wait to tell you more about this!