Chief Operating & Commercial Officer – Jamaica

Location: Jamaica
Salary: $90,000–$120,000 USD gross + bonus
Benefits: Insurance, housing allowance considered, vacation, flights, relocation assistance & work permit

We’re seeking an experienced Chief Operating & Commercial Officer to provide strategic, commercial and operational leadership for a growing business in Jamaica.

This is a senior C-suite opportunity for a commercially driven leader who can combine big-picture strategy with hands-on execution, identify new opportunities and drive sustainable business growth.

The Role

• Lead the company’s commercial, operational and strategic direction with a high degree of autonomy.
• Develop and execute business development, revenue growth and commercial strategies.
• Identify and convert new business, investment, partnership and revenue opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, partners, government agencies and other key stakeholders.
• Oversee portfolio and asset performance, identifying opportunities for growth, repositioning, expansion and increased returns.
• Drive operational excellence, efficiency, service standards and profitability across the business.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and commercial performance.
• Develop business cases, financial models and commercial assessments to support investment and strategic decisions.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Oversee risk management, governance, compliance and long-term business planning.
• Represent the company at industry, business and networking events to strengthen its market position and generate opportunities.
• Introduce new ideas and elevated services that improve the customer experience, operational performance and commercial results.

The Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of senior leadership, C-suite, general management, commercial, business development, property, real estate, investment or related experience.
• Proven track record of driving business development, revenue generation and commercial growth.
• Strong ability to identify opportunities, open doors, build relationships and convert opportunities into measurable results.
• Experience overseeing teams, budgets, operations, assets and external professional partners.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.
• Property, real estate, portfolio, investment or asset management experience is highly advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Property Management or a related discipline; MBA or Master’s preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, presentation, analytical and decision-making skills.
• A pragmatic, adaptable and flexible approach with the ability to find solutions and make sound decisions in changing environments.
• A natural problem solver who takes ownership and is comfortable working independently.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the creativity to identify new ideas, services and commercial opportunities.
• Confident operating at Board level while remaining hands-on with execution.

Compensation & Benefits

• $90,000–$120,000 USD gross annual salary
• Bonus included
• Housing allowance can be considered
• Insurance coverage
• Vacation days with flexibility
• Flights and relocation assistance
• Work permit assistance

This is an opportunity for a commercially minded C-suite leader who wants to take ownership, drive innovation and help shape the long-term growth of a business in Jamaica.