Chief Operation Officer

This is not a soft role only apply if you have a proven track record of operational excellence in fast-paced, metrics-driven environments.

What You Will Do

* Own and lead day-to-day operations across departments (trading, compliance, finance, support, tech)

* Design and implement scalable systems and SOPs that support rapid growth

* Oversee funding cycles, trader evaluations, payout systems, and risk management protocols

* Build operational dashboards, performance reports, and quality control measures

* Ensure regulatory compliance, platform uptime, and seamless client experiences

* Lead cross-functional coordination between UAE, UK, and African market teams

* Monitor and optimized operational KPIs such as approval times, payout TATs, challenge conversion rates

* Hire, train, and manage mid-level operational teams with accountability and precision

* Work closely with tech to build internal tools, automation systems, and ops infrastructure

* Report weekly to the CEO with critical updates, risks, and progress metrics

Qualifications

* Masters degree (MSc/MBA) in Operations Management, Finance, Business Administration, or Engineering from a recognized institution

* Bachelors degree in the same fields with a first-class or upper-second honor classification

* Certification in Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or operational strategy is an added advantage

* Strong command of data analysis tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI, or equivalent)

* Familiarity with compliance, financial regulations, and prop trading rulesets

Experience

* 6+ years of hands-on experience in operations leadership within a prop firm, fintech startup, or trading technology company

* Proven success in building systems that scaled operations from small teams to 5x-10x growth

* Deep understanding of trader funding models, account risk structures, and payout processes

* Experience managing remote, multicultural, and cross-border teams

* High-level comfort working with tech product teams to implement automation and backend systems

* Strong familiarity with industry platforms (MT4/MT5, CRM integrations, KYC tools, payout APIs)

* Demonstrated ability to balance cost-efficiency, speed, and compliance under pressure

Why This Role Matters

CK Funded is growing rapidly across emerging markets. To reach our next phase, we need a COO who brings structure without slowing innovation, and who is not afraid to take full ownership of our operations engine. This is your chance to make a real mark in shaping the future of one of Africa's leading prop firms.

What We Offer

* Annual salary of $17,400 USD

* Key executive role with strategic decision-making power

* Remote/hybrid flexibility with regional travel

* A direct partnership with a visionary leadership team

* High-growth environment where results are rewarded and ownership is respected

If you are highly disciplined, operations-obsessed, and experienced in the prop trading world this is your seat at the table.

Apply now and lead the core that powers CK Funded global expansion.