Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Risk Officer

Our client is a Commodities Hedge Fund located in Zug.

On behalf of our client, Swisslinx is looking for a Chief Operating Officer / Risk Officer to oversee operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and risk management as the company enters its next phase of growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the fund’s daily operations, including administration and internal controls.
• Coordinate with portfolio management, compliance, accounting, and external service providers to ensure efficient workflows.
• Lead process improvement and scalability initiatives as the fund expands.
• Maintain and enhance the firm’s risk management framework across market, liquidity, operational, and counterparty risks.
• Conduct risk assessments, scenario analyses, and stress testing of portfolios.
• Prepare and present risk reports and recommendations to senior management and the Board.
• Act as the primary point of contact with FINMA, ensuring full compliance with Swiss financial regulations.
• Oversee the annual FINMA regulatory audit and maintain up-to-date documentation and reporting in line with regulatory standards, including U.S. CFTC requirements.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to uphold AML, data protection, and governance standards.
• Prepare and deliver operational and risk reports for investors and stakeholders.
• Support fundraising and investor relations through clear communication about fund processes, risk controls, and performance.
• Represent the firm in investor meetings, due diligence sessions, and industry events.

Experience

• 10+- years of experience in fund operations, risk management, or related areas within the financial or commodity investment sector.
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, derivatives, and fund structures (e.g., UCITS, AIF).
• Proven experience interacting with FINMA or other European financial regulators, including audit management.
• Solid knowledge of Swiss regulatory frameworks, compliance, and risk management practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in dealing with investors and regulators.
• Fluency in English and German required.
• CFTC Series 3 license is an advantage.
• University degree in Finance, Economics, Law, or related field; advanced qualifications such as CFA, FRM, or CAIA preferred.
• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, pragmatic approach.
• High integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Collaborative and comfortable working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

What’s on offer

• Opportunity to join a fast-growing and forward-looking commodity fund.
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Collaborative, professional, and international work culture.

If you don’t hear from us within 2–3 weeks, it likely means we have moved forward with other profiles at this stage. However, we’ll be glad to keep your profile on record for future opportunities that align with your background.