A leading Consultancy is seeking an Operations Manager to join their dynamic team on a 12 month FTC to work closely with senior leadership. The Operations Manager will be hands-on at an operational level, enabling senior leaders to focus on the highest value opportunities.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Operational Planning and Execution
* Support senior leadership in tracking and executing strategic priorities
* Translate strategic goals into clear, actionable plans across business units
* Coordinate preparation and follow-up for key meetings and initiatives
Business Operations Support
* Provide operational support on day-to-day business decisions
* Identify operational challenges and propose practical solutions to improve efficiency
* Assist with resource planning and team coordination, collaborating with HR where resource challenges exist
* Identify opportunities for process improvements and deliver implementation plans
Performance Management & Reporting
* Collaborate with finance and other departments to prepare regular performance reports
* Identify and monitor operational metrics and business performance indicators
* Track project progress against timelines, budgets, and key milestones
* Maintain operational standards and best practices
Project Coordination
* Coordinate cross-functional projects and initiatives
* Support change management activities for business improvements
* Follow up on action items and deliverables to ensure accountability
* Assist with implementation of operational changes
Communication & Coordination
* Facilitate communication between teams and business units
* Prepare presentations, reports, and business updates as needed
* Build effective working relationships across departments to support collaboration
Skills and Experience
* Experience in operations management, practice management, project management, or business operations roles
* Strong organisational and project management skills
* Good business understanding with ability to support strategy execution
* Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
* Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Equal Opportunities
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