Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Real Estate Group

About the role

ZACD Group Ltd, a Singapore‑incorporated real estate investment and development platform listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, is seeking a seasoned Chief Operating Officer. Reporting to the Group CEO and Chairman, the COO will drive operational excellence across property development, asset management, fund management and related investment vehicles.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with the Group CEO and Chairman to translate long‑term strategy into actionable operational roadmaps and performance targets.
• Lead, mentor and build high‑performance cultures within operations, projects and asset‑management teams.
• Oversee end‑to‑end management of the real‑estate portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards.
• Standardise processes for project sourcing, due diligence, land tender, design and marketing.
• Drive group‑wide efficiency, cost‑control initiatives and profitability while managing P&L with the CFO.
• Supervise property & facilities management, financial advisory integration, and compliance for MAS‑licensed fund activities and SPVs.
• Implement robust operational risk and compliance frameworks.

Required profile

• Extensive senior‑level experience in real‑estate development, asset management or related integrated platforms.
• Proven track record of leading large, complex organisations and delivering strategic initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L, budgets and forecasts.
• Demonstrated ability to build and mentor high‑performing teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of working closely with CEOs, chairpersons and board members.

Required skills