CEO, Business Services (fund admin, co sec, trust)

Hong Kong Permanent View Job Description
Strong operational excellence in Business services (fund admin, co sec, trust)Set strategy, lead operations, drive efficiency, growth, governance, compliance globally.Partner with board, build leadership, optimize performancePrior experience working with Private Equity Fund
  • Set strategy, lead operations, drive efficiency, growth, governance, compliance
  • Strong operational excellence in Business services (fund admin, co sec, trust)

About Our Client

Leading business services provider, delivering corporate secretarial, governance, accounting, tax, payroll and trust services. It supports public and private companies, funds and multinationals with compliance‑focused, technology‑enabled solutions across business lifecycles, with strong regional expertise, scalable platforms, and advisory capabilities enabling efficient growth for clients worldwide.

Job Description

1. Lead the corporate services platform and set the overall strategic direction in line with the private equity fund's value-creation plan.
2. Oversee day-to-day operations across functions such as finance, HR, legal, compliance, IT, procurement, and administration.
3. Drive operational efficiency, standardization, and cost optimization across the business.
4. Build and execute growth initiatives, including service expansion, transformation, and process improvement.
5. Work closely with the board, investors, and fund sponsors on performance, reporting, and major decisions.
6. Develop and manage senior leadership teams, ensuring strong succession and accountability.
7. Strengthen governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
8. Prepare the business for exit by improving scalability, margins, controls, and enterprise value.

The Successful Applicant

1. Proven CEO, COO, or senior executive experience in corporate services, shared services, professional services, or a similar platform business.
2. Strong private equity experience, ideally in a portfolio company or sponsor-backed environment.
3. Demonstrated ability to lead transformation, improve EBITDA, and deliver measurable value creation.
4. Deep understanding of corporate functions such as finance, governance, compliance, and operating model design.
5. Strong stakeholder management skills, including board, investor, lender, and senior team engagement.
6. Track record of building and leading high-performing management teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

What's on Offer

Good culture and package

Contact
Hayley Law
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6990620
Phone number
+85225306116

Job summary

Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Compliance & Legal
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Hong Kong
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Hayley Law
Consultant phone
+85225306116
Job Reference
JN-042026-6990620

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