2nd in Command

Job Title: Remote Chief Operating Officer (COO) / General Manager

Company: TrustFirst Properties, LLC
Location: Remote (Egypt – Overlap with U.S. Central Time Preferred)
Industry: Real Estate (U.S. Market – Title-Distressed Properties)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Executive / Second-in-Command
Language Requirement: Flawless written and spoken English

About Us

TrustFirst Properties is a U.S.-based real estate investment company specializing in the acquisition and resale of distressed, title-complicated properties. We work with heirs, estates, and tax-delinquent property owners to clear title issues and create win-win solutions. We are on an ambitious growth path and seek a trusted operational leader to join our mission.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and entrepreneurial 2nd in Command/ Operations Manager based in Egypt to serve as the CEO’s right hand and second-in-command. This role requires a leader who can take ownership, drive sales, manage operations, and lead a remote team with minimal oversight. You will be expected to fully run the business in the absence of the CEO.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

Execute the CEO’s vision and translate it into operational results

Lead day-to-day operations across sales, marketing, acquisitions, and admin

Build and track KPIs, SOPs, and reporting systems for accountability and performance

Sales Leadership

Oversee and coach the sales/acquisitions team

Improve sales processes, scripts, tracking, and performance metrics

Monitor CRM usage (e.g., Podio or Follow Up Boss) and drive pipeline results

Operations Management

Manage the hiring and training of team members in the Philippines and elsewhere

Coordinate across departments to resolve bottlenecks and scale processes

Build and optimize internal systems and workflows to maximize efficiency

Finance & Reporting

Oversee budget tracking, cost controls, and performance-based targets

Collaborate with bookkeepers, paralegals, and operations staff to ensure transaction flow and profitability

Required Qualifications

7+ years in sales, sales management, or general operations leadership

Proven success managing remote teams and working in fast-paced startups or growth environments

Strong business acumen and ability to work independently without micromanagement

Prior experience in real estate, investments, or complex transaction environments is a strong plus

Tech-savvy with CRMs, spreadsheets, dashboards, and team management tools

Flawless spoken and written English is required

Ideal Candidate Profile

Located in Egypt with stable internet and access to a quiet work environment

Comfortable working U.S. business hours or overlapping significantly

A natural leader who takes initiative and solves problems without waiting for direction

Committed to long-term growth and professional excellence

Looking for a serious, long-term opportunity with the potential for advancement and profit sharing

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience

Performance-based bonuses

Profit-sharing or long-term incentives for the right fit