Antonia Saunders Ltd
Director of Operations
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Director of Operations, Family Office Location: Central London Salary: c. £200,000 - £300,000 depending on experience
One of our private clients requires a Director of Operations to oversee the commercial and operational management of a substantial private portfolio. This is a senior, principal-facing appointment suited to a sharp commercial operator with a finance background who now thrives on deals: negotiating acquisitions, stress-testing budgets, and delivering complex projects with discretion.
The Role
- Lead negotiations on major acquisitions and disposals, securing strong terms on the family's behalf.
- Build valuations, comparables and commercial cases to support decision-making.
- Run due diligence on significant purchases and commitments.
- Scrutinise budgets, accounts and major costs, working alongside the in-house Finance team to keep spending accountable.
- Push suppliers and service providers for better terms without damaging relationships.
- Manage bespoke projects end to end, coordinating external teams and advisers.
- Maintain and vet a trusted network of external partners.
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About You
- Financially sharp — likely accountant-trained — with a track record of moving into commercial or deal-making work, ideally in a family office, private equity or UHNW setting.
- Experienced negotiating and managing high-value acquisitions internationally.
- A skilled negotiator who gets strong outcomes while keeping people onside.
- Comfortable pulling apart accounts and spotting what doesn't add up.
- Well connected, with the judgement and discretion the role demands.
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