Middle Office Strategy and Implementation, Senior Vice President

For our client, we are seeking a Middle Office Strategy and Implementation, Senior Vice President to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This senior leadership role will shape enterprise-wide middle office strategy and drive major transformation efforts across operational functions. The position will partner closely with senior stakeholders to define the target operating model, establish performance standards, and convert strategic priorities into a sequenced implementation roadmap with measurable outcomes. The work will focus on improving service delivery, closing operational gaps, and ensuring business changes are successfully transitioned through to benefits realization. Location: Irvine, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $225,000 – $337,500 annually Responsibilities Own the enterprise-wide middle office transformation and service strategy Define the end-to-end business transformation agenda across operational areas Create current-state process views and identify operational gaps with transition plans Partner with cross-functional teams to establish service standards and performance measures Design a clear target operating model with governance and performance management Translate business gaps into a sequenced portfolio of investments with explicit outcomes Advise senior stakeholders on business strategy and operational choices Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred 15+ years of experience in financial services, investment operations, or business transformation Proven track record in large-scale business transformation in regulated environments Experience moving strategic initiatives from concept to implementation and benefits realization Strong knowledge of asset servicing and middle office capabilities; Agile or Lean credentials are a plus Benefits Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and family care responsibilities Access to Employee Assistance Program Eligibility for annual performance-based awards Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.