Strategy & Operations Manager at Venus Finance

The Strategy and Operation Officer provides strategic, operational and analytical support to the Managing Director by coordinating cross-functional initiatives, tracking business performance, preparing executive reports and ensuring timely execution of strategic priorities across Venus Finance.

The role serves as the coordination hub between Management, Operations, Credit, Finance, Compliance and Business Development, ensuring that business decisions are translated into measurable actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the implementation of strategic initiatives, executive decisions, and action plans assigned by the Managing Director to ensure timely execution across the organization.
• Prepare high-quality executive reports, presentations, briefing notes, management dashboards, and other decision-support materials for Management and the Board.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects by tracking implementation timelines, facilitating collaboration across departments, and ensuring timely resolution of execution bottlenecks.
• Conduct business, market, and competitor research to support strategic planning, business growth initiatives, product development, and executive decision-making.
• Review operational processes and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, productivity, governance, and service delivery across the business.
• Support the implementation of corporate policies, strategic initiatives, and organizational change programmes while monitoring compliance with approved management directives.
• Coordinate executive and operational meetings, document resolutions, maintain accurate records of management decisions, and follow up on agreed action items.
• Monitor regulatory obligations, support internal audit and compliance activities, and coordinate the timely submission of executive and regulatory reports.
• Prepare periodic reports on strategic initiatives, operational performance, project status, and organizational priorities, providing actionable insights and recommendations to Management

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting or related discipline.
• MBA or relevant professional certification is an advantage.
• 4-6 years in strategy, operations, management consulting, executive support or financial services.
• Experience in a regulated financial institution is preferred.