Location: Europe
Type: Fully Remote
About the Company
We are partnering with a fast-growing AI-driven biotech company at the forefront of computational biology and precision health. The company is scaling rapidly and is looking for a strategic, business-minded COO to partner closely with the CEO and help drive operational excellence across the organisation.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the scale-up journey of a company with cutting-edge technology and a mission to transform health outcomes globally.
The Role
As COO and right-hand to the CEO, you will be responsible for translating the CEO’s vision into operational execution. You will lead cross-functional teams, define business processes, and scale operations to support growth, while ensuring alignment across scientific, technical, and commercial teams.
You will also act as a strategic advisor, helping guide fundraising, operational strategy, and business development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner closely with the CEO on strategic planning and operational execution
* Lead and scale cross-functional teams (product, tech, scientific, commercial)
* Design and implement scalable processes to support growth and operational efficiency
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation
* Drive operational excellence while supporting innovation and AI-driven initiatives
* Support fundraising activities and investor reporting
* Act as a bridge between scientific, technical, and business teams
* Identify and mitigate operational risks in a fast-growing environment
Your Background
* Proven experience as COO, Head of Operations, or equivalent leadership role in a Series B or Series C biotech / deep tech / AI company
* Strong business acumen and strategic mindset
* Hands‑on experience with AI or data‑driven technologies in a commercial or operational context
* Experience scaling teams, processes, and operations in high‑growth organisations
* Comfortable bridging science, technology, and business
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Please send an updated CV to agreatorex@barringtonjames.com
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