Assistant to Chief Operating Officer

Role Summary

The Assistant to the COO plays a critical managerial role in supporting group operations, project execution, and subsidiary coordination for a Frankfurt-listed company. The position requires strong analytical, legal, and financial literacy—particularly in
IFRS
,
German GAAP
, and
European corporate governance
—to ensure that strategic initiatives, operational performance, and compliance standards are seamlessly executed across subsidiaries.

This role suits a professional with
CFA, accounting, or legal qualifications
, excellent bilingual communication skills, and a structured approach to managing complex, cross-border business operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Asset Injection Support

• Support COO in
  asset injection and corporate development projects
  , coordinating deliverables, timelines, and documentation.
• Assist with financial and legal review processes in line with
  IFRS and German GAAP
  standards.
• Prepare supporting materials for auditors, valuation reports, and board review.

2. Subsidiary Management & Governance

• Coordinate and monitor
  monthly reporting, operational KPIs, and compliance activities
  across subsidiaries.
• Ensure alignment with German and European corporate law requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date subsidiary governance records and liaise with legal and finance teams on statutory filings.

3. Documentation & Reporting

• Draft, review, and organize
  presentations, reports, and board packs
  related to operations and strategic initiatives.
• Support COO in preparing executive summaries, due diligence documentation, and investor updates.

4. Communication & Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as a key liaison between HQ, subsidiaries, auditors, and legal advisors.
• Facilitate communication flow between departments to ensure operational alignment and timely issue resolution.

5. Financial & Operational Support

• Track budgets, project expenditures, and performance metrics.
• Support the development and implementation of
  group-level operational policies and procedures
  .

6. Research & Strategic Analysis

• Conduct research and financial analysis to support
  decision-making, due diligence, and market assessments
  .
• Summarize findings into actionable insights and recommendations for the COO.

7. Administrative & Confidential Support

• Handle sensitive corporate and financial information with the highest level of discretion.
• Coordinate logistics for management meetings, internal reviews, and corporate events.

Qualifications

• Education:
  Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Law, or related field.
• Preferred Certifications:
  CFA, CPA, or legal qualification
  (Taiwan, EU, or other recognized jurisdiction).
• Experience:
  Minimum
  5 years
  of experience in finance, legal, or operational management—ideally within a
  listed company, M&A, or multinational environment
  .
• Strong working knowledge of
  IFRS, German GAAP, and European corporate governance
  .
• Excellent
  written and verbal communication skills in both English and Mandarin
  .
• Competent in developing
  presentations, analytical reports, business proposals, and governance documents
  .
• Proficiency in
  Microsoft Office Suite
  and familiarity with
  project management or collaboration tools
  (e.g., Asana, SharePoint, Notion).
• Demonstrated
  proactivity, ownership, and strategic mindset
  with the ability to work independently and deliver under tight deadlines.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Detail-oriented, structured, and methodical in execution.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement across legal, financial, and operational functions.
• Committed to continuous learning, professional growth, and high ethical standards.