About the role
Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Director of Operations is a hands-on builder charged with supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of the operational infrastructure that enables Safar Partners to scale as an institutional-grade venture firm. The VP of Operations will be a deeply engaged working partner throughout the build, providing direct guidance, institutional knowledge, and strategic oversight at every stage.
What they're looking for
- 5–7 years of progressive operational experience with exposure to venture capital, private equity, financial services, or a comparable institutional environment
- Demonstrated experience in operational roles with direct accountability for process design, cross-functional coordination, and compliance support
- Proven track record of maintaining and improving operational infrastructure — including SOPs, governance frameworks, and technology platforms — in a fast-moving, multi-stakeholder environment
- Strong project and program management capabilities, demonstrated ability to drive multiple concurrent initiatives to completion across functions with different timelines
- Strong analytical skills
More about this role
Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Director of Operations is a hands-on builder charged with supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of the operational infrastructure that enables Safar Partners to scale as an institutional-grade venture firm. The VP of Operations will be a deeply engaged working partner throughout the build, providing direct guidance, institutional knowledge, and strategic oversight at every stage.
This is not a role where the infrastructure exists and just needs to be maintained. The Director of Operations will step into an active construction effort — partnering closely with the VP of Operations to design SOPs, implement systems, establish governance frameworks, and create the repeatable operational rhythms the firm needs to compete for institutional LP capital and deliver consistent fund performance. The VP of Operations provides the strategic direction and experience; the Director of Operations provides the execution.
This role is structured with clear growth intent. As the VP of Operations advances into a broader leadership role, the Director of Operations is expected to develop into the VP of Operations position — taking on...
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