Hays Poland
Agencja doradztwa personalnego HAYS Poland oferuje usługi w zakresie rekrutacji specjalistycznej. Cechą, która wyróżnia HAYS jest unikalny system rekrutacji w oparciu o podział na wyspecjalizowane dywizje obsługujące poszczególne sektory rynku pracy.
Chief Operating Officer
Opis stanowiska
Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Country Operations Manager
Poland | Future European Expansion
We are partnering with an ambitious international organization preparing to scale its operations in Poland and across Europe. To support this growth, we are seeking a highly experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Country Operations Manager who will become the operational leader of the business and a trusted partner to the CEO.
This is not an administrative or office management position. We are looking for a senior executive capable of taking ownership of day-to-day business operations, building organizational structure, driving execution, and enabling the company to achieve its long-term strategia objectives.
The Opportunity
This role offers a unique chance to join a growing international business at a pivotal stage of development. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the organization's future, establishing scalable operational foundations, building high-performing teams, and supporting expansion into new markets.
The COO will serve as the CEO's right hand, taking over a significant portion of operational leadership and ensuring the efficient execution of strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Lead and manage the company's day-to-day operations in Poland.
- Ensure smooth execution across all business functions and operational activities.
- Build scalable structures, processes, and governance frameworks to support business growth.
- Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strategy Execution
- Partner closely with the CEO to execute the company's growth strategy.
- Translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans.
- Monitor business performance and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Identify risks and opportunities and proactively implement solutions.
Organizational Development
- Build, develop, and lead local teams.
- Establish a high-performance culture focused on accountability, ownership, and results.
- Recruit, mentor, and develop managery and key talent across the organization.
- Support change management and organizational transformator initiatives.
Process & Performance Management
- Design and implement operational processes, procedures, and KPI frameworks.
- Define performance metrics and establish reporting systemu.
- Drive efficiency, productivity, and operational transparencyj across the organization.
- Ensure business processes are scalable and aligned with international growth ambitions.
Stakeholder Management
- Coordinate cooperation with external partnery, including:
- Banks
- Legal advisors
- Consulting firms
- Government and regulatory authorities
- External service providery
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Oversee and coordinate cross-functional projects and initiatives.
- Ensure effective collaboration between departments and business units.
- Support commercial and business development activities where required.
- Act as a key decision-maker and escalation point for operational matters.
Candidate Profile
Required Experience
- Minimum 10 years of operational leadership experience.
- Proven track record of managing teams, business functions, and complex organizations.
- Experience leading business operations in a fast-growing or dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated success in implementing processes, operational frameworks, and performance management systems.
- Strong background in organizational development and people leadership.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities.
- Highly autonomous and comfortable making decisions in ambiguous environments.
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to balance operational detail with strategic vision.
- Natural leader capable of influencing and driving change across the organization.
Additional Assets
- Experience within international organizations.
- Exposure to European business environments and multi-country operations.
- Experience supporting organizational scaling and expansion projects.
- Background in transformator, restructuring, or business growth initiatives.
Requirements
- Fluent Polish and English (written and spoken).
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Executive-level professionalism and business acumen.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Strategic leadership position with direct exposure to the CEO and key business decisions.
- Opportunity to build and shape a growing organization from the ground up.
- Significant influence on company strategy, culture, and operational success.
- International environment with future European growth ambitions.
- High-impact role for an experienced leader who wants to leave a visible mark on an organization's development.
This role is designed for a senior operational leader who is ready to take ownership, build structure, drive execution, and become a key contributor to the organization's long-term success.
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