Chief Operating Officer – Cyber Intelligence & AI; Fractional | Remote

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Our client is an emerging AI-driven cyber intelligence business operating in highly regulated sectors. The company is building advanced platforms focused on cyber risk, compliance, and data-driven decision support.

They are now seeking a Fractional Chief Operating Officer to work closely with the founder and the leadership team to shape operational strategy, commercial readiness, and scalable execution frameworks.

This is a fractional executive engagement for experienced operators who have previously worked at a senior leadership level in early-stage or scaling technology businesses.

This opportunity is designed for senior leaders who are comfortable contributing at an executive level within a lean, high-growth environment and who value strategic influence and long-term alignment.

This role is structured as a fractional executive engagement (approximately 8 hours per week, flexible).

You will collaborate directly with the founder and other leaders on:

• Strategic roadmap execution
• Go-to-market operations
• Partnership frameworks
• Commercial alignment and scaling systems
• Fundraising preparation cycles
• Cross-functional coordination between product, sales, and marketing

The focus is on building operational clarity and scalable systems in preparation for growth.

• Translating strategic vision into structured execution plans
• Designing scalable operational processes across GTM and product delivery
• Supporting fundraising preparation and investor materials
• Establishing KPI frameworks and reporting structures
• Identifying operational risks and implementing mitigation strategies
• Strengthening partnerships and ecosystem relationships
• Advising on hiring roadmaps and resource prioritisation

You are likely a strong fit if you:

• Have held senior operational leadership roles (COO, VP Operations, Chief of Staff, or equivalent)
• Have experience within cybersecurity, AI, fintech, SaaS, or regulated technology environments
• Have supported early-stage or scaling businesses
• Are comfortable working in lean, founder-led environments
• Bring strategic thinking combined with hands‑on execution capability
• Thrive in flexible, remote‑first working models

This opportunity is offered as a fractional contractor engagement
, initially structured around flexible part-time contribution (approx. 8 hours per week).

Compensation is aligned with the company's stage and structured around long-term strategic contribution. Full commercial terms will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

This opportunity suits operators who are motivated by building foundational systems in early-stage technology companies and who value strategic influence and long-term alignment over traditional corporate structures.