Chief Operating Officer (COO) – PE‑Backed Facilities Management – London

Location: London, UK (Hybrid / Office‑centric)

Role: Chief Operating Officer

Company: High‑Growth Private Equity‑Backed Facilities Management Portfolio Business

Reports To: CEO & PE Sponsor Board

About the Opportunity

A leading private equity‑backed Facilities Management business is seeking a seasoned Chief Operating Officer (COO) to scale operations, drive performance excellence, and deliver transformational growth across multi‑site service delivery. This is a board‑level leadership role with influence across strategic planning, operational execution, and investment prioritisation.

You will play a pivotal role in operationalising post‑acquisition growth strategies, optimising service delivery outcomes, strengthening operational infrastructure, and ensuring seamless execution of the company’s growth agenda.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and scale end‑to‑end operations across national accounts and service portfolios.
• Drive operational excellence, including cost optimisation, digitalisation, and service innovation.
• Partner with the CEO and PE sponsor to execute strategic initiatives (e.g., M&A, integration, performance improvement).
• Build and lift high‑performing operational leadership teams.
• Oversee quality assurance, customer satisfaction, performance metrics, and risk management.
• Embed data‑driven operations and continuous improvement frameworks.

• ✅ What We’re Looking For

  • Proven leadership as a COO, Operations Director, or equivalent in facilities management, FM service delivery, multi‑site operations, or related industries.
  • Demonstrated experience in PE‑backed or high‑growth, metrics‑driven organisations.
  • Track record of driving operational transformation and scalable systems/processes.
  • Strong commercial mindset with excellent stakeholder and executive communication.

  
  

  Compensation & Benefits

  Base Salary: £180,000 – £260,000 per year (market competitive for senior COOs in London PE roles)

  Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 40 – 70% of base, linked to operational KPIs and value creation targets

  Equity / Long‑Term Incentives: LTIP / equity‑based incentives to align with company performance and exit value

  Total Compensation Potential: £280,000 – £450,000+ (base, bonus, equity) depending on experience, performance, and equity vesting

  Benefits: Pension, healthcare, professional development, and other executive benefits

  
  

  How to Apply

  To express interest confidentially, please send your CV and covering note to nb@factor-search.com — or message me directly to discuss the opportunity and market trends.