Jitka Steinmetz joins Manova Partners as Chief Operating Officer

Manova Partners has appointed Jitka Steinmetz as Chief Operating Officer, expanding its management structure in response to increasing operational and regulatory requirements in the real estate investment sector. In her new position, Steinmetz will be responsible for the company’s operational activities, with a focus on process development, organisational structures, governance and technological infrastructure.

Steinmetz brings more than 15 years of international management experience in senior operational roles. Prior to joining Manova Partners, she served as Chief Operating Officer at a digital strategy and software development company, where she also held the position of Managing Director. In that role, she oversaw operations across several European branches, managing approximately 1,500 employees and an annual sales volume of around €140 million. Earlier in her career, she worked as Director of Operations at McKinsey & Company, coordinating operational functions across multiple Central European markets.

Commenting on her appointment, Steinmetz said, “We are currently seeing significant changes around framework conditions for companies, particularly due to regulatory developments, technological advancements and intensifying organisational requirements. I look forward to bringing my experience to Manova Partners and working with the team to advance our operational structures.”

Florian Winkle, Co-CEO of Manova Partners, stated, “We are delighted to have gained such a high-calibre, experienced manager in Jitka Steinmetz. She will make a decisive contribution to the further expansion and success of Manova Partners. In her newly created role as COO, she will drive the strategic diversification of our business in a demanding market environment, master complex organisational challenges and ensure consistent improvement of our customer service offering.”