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Are you an Operations Manager experienced within financial planning industry an looking to join a growing business in the heart of London?Our client is looking to add an Operations Manager to their dedicated team who will take charge of the back-office team of 6 including Paraplanners and Administrators and lead from the front. You will oversee the day to day operations of the firm to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the business.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Day to day management of the Paraplanning and Administration teams</li><li>Providing operational and administrative support to the director</li><li>Overseeing and coordinating recruitment</li><li>Managing workflows to ensure smooth day to day operations</li><li>Being an integral part of any change projects to ensure effective implementation</li><li>Acting as the "go to" person for any issues in the business</li><li>Being involved in business strategy meetings</li></ul>This role could suit an experienced Operations Manager or Office Manager; alternatively, a Paraplanner / IFA Administrator who is looking to take the next step in their career towards management.Operations Manager Requirements<ul><li>You should have experience of managing / overseeing a team of 6+ team members</li><li>You must have experience within financial planning industry, either as a Manager, Paraplanner or IFA Administrator</li><li>You should have a collaborative approach to working and enjoy managing a team</li><li>You should have excellent interpersonal skills, approachability, professionalism and good IT skills</li></ul>Operations Manager Benefits<ul><li>Salary of £50,000</li><li>Annual discretionary bonus</li><li>Support with professional development</li><li>Auto enrolment pension</li><li>Hybrid working with use of their excellent Central London office</li></ul>CompanyThis financial planning and mortgage advisory firm based in London has a team of highly knowledgeable Financial Services Professionals. They focus on providing excellent client service, which is reflected in their client reviewsLocationsCentral LondonLiability and DisclaimerWhilst Premier Jobs UK uses all reasonable efforts to ensure the information contained in our adverts including any salary, benefits or on target earnings are accurate, we give no representation or warranty in respect of such information. No liability is accepted by Premier Jobs UK for any loss or damage which may arise out of any person relying on or using any information.

Operations Manager

Talon

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 ABOUT US_
 
 
 
 At Talon, our mission is to unlock the full potential of out of home, making it more effective, creative, measurable and sustainable than ever.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re passionate about OOH and are on a mission to drive the growth of this sector within the media industry. In just over a decade, our desire to offer intelligent, creative, technology-led OOH solutions and a full-service OOH offering saw us grow into a team of over 450+ people located in key cities across the globe. In that time, we have been awarded for our approach to our people, our clients and our industry. We hire the finest talent to help us unlock the full potential of the Out of Home (OOH) environment for our clients; and pride ourselves on the individuals who represent our business.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 THE ROLE_
 
 
 
 Reporting into the Head of People, the People Operations Manager will be highly experienced and operationally focused to shape and elevate our People Operations function. This newly created role will lead a small but impactful team, including the People Operations Administrator, to deliver seamless employee lifecycle processes, ensure compliance and governance, and empower our regional People Partnering teams with data-driven insights and operational excellence.
 
 
 As the Manager of our shared service hub, you&rsquo;ll oversee first line support for employees across EMEA, APAC, and MENA, ensuring consistent, compliant, and people-centric operations. You&rsquo;ll also collaborate closely with our small team in North America, sharing best practices to ensure alignment and consistency across regions.
 
 
 Your work will be instrumental in building scalable processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and enabling a globally connected and operationally excellent people function.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A DAY IN THE LIFE_
 
 
 
 
 Team Leadership &amp; Operations Oversight
 
 
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 Lead, coach, and develop a small team responsible for delivering best-in-class onboarding, offboarding, HR compliance, and governance.
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 Oversee the execution of all employee lifecycle processes (probation, contract changes, promotions, relocations) with a focus on timeliness, accuracy, and employee experience.
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 Embed a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing processes, identifying efficiencies, and implementing new ways of working.
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 Collaborate with Global People teams to harmonise policies and processes while respecting regional differences.
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 Ensure SLA and KPI targets for People Operations are met and communicated to the Head of People.
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 Compliance &amp; Governance
 
 
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 Prepare and process international employee documentation in line with local legal and compliance requirements.
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 Partner with regional People Leads to maintain, update, and communicate policies and procedures in line with local employment laws and organisational values.
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 Ensure People operations are always audit-ready, maintaining meticulous documentation and version control.
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 Support the People Operations Administrator with Right to Work queries for new starters.
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 Manage all Right to Work renewals as part of the EU Settlement Scheme.
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 Work with Newland Chase to manage and process all visa, sponsorship and immigration applications and other statutory compliance requirements across regions, ensuring the Right to Work Tracker, Sapling and employee personnel files are always accurate and up to date.
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 Produce documentation and letters relating to visa/sponsorship clawbacks.
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 Identify and mitigate operational risks through regular compliance reviews and proactive governance.
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 HRIS &amp; Payroll Coordination
 
 
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 Own and optimise the global HRIS, ensuring system efficiency, data accuracy, and positive end user experience.
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 Manage data flows between HRIS, payroll systems, and other integrated tools.
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 Responsible for submitting, reviewing and correcting UK monthly payroll and pension changes, with the support of Finance and the Company&rsquo;s external payroll provider.
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 Partner with Finance and regional teams to ensure payroll sign-off deadlines are met.
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 Lead HRIS-related projects such as upgrades, new implementations, and automation initiatives.
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 Data &amp; Insights
 
 
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 Analyse People metrics (headcount, attrition, absence, recruitment trends) to inform business decisions.
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 Support the Head of People to build dashboards and reporting tools for HR and leadership stakeholders.
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 Provide exit interview and turnover analysis to the People Partners, identifying actionable insights for retention and engagement.
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 Support Centres of Excellence (COEs) with HRIS data and process coordination to enable strategic initiatives.
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 Shared Services &amp; First-Line Support
 
 
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 Ensure the People Portal is up to date and accurate at all times.
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 Monitor the People inbox daily, answering any queries in your remit within 24-48 hours.
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 Act as the first point of contact for People-related queries in EMEA, MENA, and APAC.
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 Ensure queries are resolved promptly or escalated appropriately to regional People Leads or subject matter experts.
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 Create and maintain resources such as templates, process guides, and FAQs to drive efficiency and self-service capability.
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 Partner with internal teams (IT, Finance) to ensure a smooth employee experience across operational touchpoints.
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 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR_
 
 
 
 
 
 download the job description for a full breakdown including our benefits!
 
 
 
 
 
 💥 Bold Skills
 
 
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 Operational Leadership: Owns complex, cross-regional processes and confidently drives scalable improvements that enhance efficiency and employee experience.
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 Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipates challenges, identifies root causes, and implements solutions before issues escalate, even in ambiguous or fast-changing environments.
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 Challenging the Status Quo: Regularly reviews and questions outdated processes, championing innovative, people-centric, and compliant ways of working.
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 🤝 Human Skills
 
 
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 Empathetic Support: Guides the team to act as a trusted first line of support, applying policy with empathy and fairness in all employee interactions.
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 Collaborative Partnering: Builds strong, respectful, and productive relationships with regional People Leads, cross-functional teams, and external partners.
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 Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
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 Culturally aware and adaptable in supporting diverse international teams.
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 🧠 Smart Skills
 
 
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 Global Operational Expertise: Demonstrates deep knowledge of international HR operations, compliance, and governance frameworks.
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 Data Fluency: Leverages data to generate insights, shape decisions, and equip regional teams with meaningful and actionable reporting.
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 Systems Thinking: Designs processes with an understanding of how people, systems (HRIS), and operations interconnect within the global ecosystem.
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 As well as:
 
 
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 CIPD qualified &ndash; level 5 or working towards.
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 Proven experience of successfully leading, developing, and inspiring small People teams to achieve high performance.
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 Experience of People Business Operations across international regions, with strong exposure to EMEA, APAC and/or MENA is highly desirable.
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 In-depth understanding of HR compliance, UK and international employment law, governance, and operational best practices across multiple jurisdictions.
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 Strong track record of working with HRIS platforms, optimising system use, and coordinating payroll.
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 OUR TEAM_
 
 
 
 At Talon, our People Team is at the heart of everything we do, spanning both the UK and North America. We&rsquo;re a dynamic, people-first team that lives and breathes our three core values &mdash; with &ldquo;human&rdquo; always front and centre. We&rsquo;re collaborative, approachable, and committed to driving meaningful people initiatives, backed by strong support from the business.
 
 
 
 WHY US_
 
 
 
 &ldquo;The best thing about working at Talon is the space, time and expertise I&rsquo;ve been given over the years to grow and develop my skills.&rdquo; Client Director at Talon
 
 
 
 
 
 
 OUR VALUES AND HOW WE WORK TOGETHER_
 
 
 
 
 WE ARE BOLD_
 
 
 
 As industry provocateurs and pioneers, we respectfully challenge the status quo, take pride in our people, big ideas and partnerships.
 
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 We embrace change
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 We challenge respectfully
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 We lead the way
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 WE ARE HUMAN_
 
 
 
 We are a diverse collective of changemakers who value respect, fairness, and integrity and expect the same in return.
 
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 We value collaboration and togetherness
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 We are empathetic
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 We embrace individuality
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 WE ARE SMART_
 
 
 
 Our trailblazing spirit and learning centric culture ensures our knowledge provides maximum value to each other and our clients.
 
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 We grow and learn
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 We are trusted
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 We are mission possible
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 Talon is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ and develop a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and brands that we represent.
 
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People Operations Manager

Yondr Group

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 About Yondr
 
 
 
 Yondr is a disruptor. We challenge convention and simplify complexity. A global developer, owner operator and service provider of data centers, we deliver complex data center capacity needs for the world&rsquo;s largest tech companies. Our exponential growth sees us looking for extraordinary people to help accelerate us towards our vision: a tomorrow without constraints.
 
 
 But we can&rsquo;t do this without you.
 
 
 
 The role
 
 
 
 The People Operations Manager is a critical member of the People (HR) team, responsible for executing the People strategy in alignment with organizational objectives. Reporting to the Director People Operations, this role collaborates closely with leadership, senior managers, and employees to provide tactical HR support. This role will be responsible for regional benefits administration, managing onboarding and offboarding to ensure smooth transitions, overseeing payroll, and serve as a compliance partner to uphold labour laws and company policies. This role requires a proactive, data-driven approach to problem-solving and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. This position is key to ensuring a positive employee experience while maintaining operational and regulatory excellence.
 
 
 
 Main Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Payroll
 
 
 
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 Serve as the main point of contact for payroll inputs, ensuring accurate and timely submission of employee data (new hires, terminations, promotions, compensation changes, overtime, leave, and deductions) to payroll providers.
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 Validate payroll outputs by auditing data, reconciling discrepancies, and partnering with Finance and payroll vendors to ensure accuracy and compliance.
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 Ensure correct setup of employees within payroll systems, reflecting national and local regulations (e.g., tax codes, leave accruals, and benefit eligibility).
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 Maintain compliance with local labour laws and taxation requirements across multiple EMEA jurisdictions.
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 Conduct regular payroll audits to minimise errors, ensure timely filings, and mitigate compliance risks.
 
 
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 Benefits Administration
 
 
 
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 Manage the full employee benefits lifecycle &mdash; including enrolments, changes, terminations, renewals, and ongoing administration.
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 Act as primary liaison with benefits providers, brokers, and vendors to ensure accurate data and timely issue resolution.
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 Administer benefits in compliance with country-specific legislation and GDPR requirements for employee data.
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 Provide employees with clear and timely support on benefit plans, coverage, and eligibility.
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 Conduct periodic benefits audits to ensure accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and legal compliance.
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 Partner with Finance to reconcile benefits invoices and manage relevant reporting.
 
 
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 Onboarding &amp; Offboarding
 
 
 
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 Oversee the end-to-end onboarding process, ensuring accurate payroll and benefits setup for new joiners.
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 Deliver Day 1 orientation sessions to introduce new hires to company culture, policies, benefits, and HR systems.
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 Manage offboarding, ensuring compliance with local employment laws, timely processing of final pay, benefits cessation, and system access removal.
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 Partner with IT, Finance, and Workplace teams to ensure smooth operational transitions.
 
 
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 Employee Relations
 
 
 
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 Serve as a trusted HR partner to employees and managers, ensuring fair and consistent handling of workplace issues.
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 Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance, conduct, and engagement matters.
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 Support investigations into employee concerns in line with company policy and local employment regulations.
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 Track employee relations cases to identify patterns and support proactive HR interventions.
 
 
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 Compliance
 
 
 
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 Ensure adherence to local and regional employment legislation and company policies.
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 Maintain required registrations and documentation related to payroll, benefits, and employment compliance.
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 Develop, update, and communicate HR policies aligned with EMEA legal standards.
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 Conduct regular compliance audits and provide advice to managers on policy interpretation.
 
 
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 HR Operations
 
 
 
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 Collaborate with Centres of Excellence (COEs) in compensation, benefits, and talent acquisition to deliver seamless HR services.
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 Analyse HR data and metrics to identify trends and recommend workforce solutions.
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 Support additional People Team initiatives and projects as required.
 
 
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 Qualifications And Experience
 
 
 
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 6+ years&rsquo; experience in HR Operations or Payroll &amp; Benefits, ideally within a fast-paced, international organization.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
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 Proven HR experience across the EMEA region, with strong knowledge of local employment and benefits legislation.
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 Demonstrated ability to manage payroll and benefits vendor relationships.
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 Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
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 Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach.
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 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
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 Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a results-driven approach.
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Heights

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 About Heights
 
 
 
 Heights is a fast-growing wellness brand on a mission to help people reach their heights &mdash; to enjoy better todays and more tomorrows. We create science-backed supplements for the brain and body, helping thousands of customers feel clearer, sharper, and healthier every day.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re obsessed with outcomes, not fluff &mdash; doing the work that actually moves the needle. We keep things simple and honest (no fluff, no fads, no BS), and we hold ourselves and each other to high standards as we build a world-class company that helps people feel their best.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re a passionate, friendly team that builds culture through action. If you&rsquo;re energised by creating structure that helps people do their best work and thrive in a high-performance, values-driven environment, you&rsquo;ll feel right at home here.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for an experienced and proactive&nbsp;
 
 People &amp; Operations Manager
 
 &nbsp;to lead our people and office operations. You&rsquo;ll build structure, drive culture, and help us reach new heights through operational excellence and values-led performance.
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll balance precision and empathy &mdash; making sure the everyday details (from payroll to office logistics) run smoothly, while championing initiatives that help our team do their best work and feel deeply connected to Heights&rsquo; mission.
 
 
 
 
 
 At Heights, no two days look the same &mdash; and that&rsquo;s exactly how we like it. This is a&nbsp;startup environment, where everyone rolls up their sleeves and pitches in to make sure the team runs smoothly. We&rsquo;re looking for someone who&rsquo;s energised by variety, unphased by changing priorities, and excited to have a real impact &mdash; whether that&rsquo;s fine-tuning our people processes, jumping in to solve an operational snag, or helping us create moments that bring the team together.
 
 
 
 
 
 It&rsquo;s a hands-on, mid-level role for someone who&rsquo;s organised, people-savvy, and ready to raise the bar in how we support our team and refine our culture.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
 
 Drive excellence &amp; ownership
 
 
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 Own the operational side of the employee lifecycle &mdash; from onboarding and offboarding to benefits, payroll, and systems access &mdash; ensuring every experience is thoughtful, seamless, and professional.
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 Manage HR and people processes end-to-end with care and accuracy, continuously improving how we do things.
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 Partner with the Chief of Staff to execute the people strategy &mdash; spotting opportunities to simplify, automate, and raise the standard across how we operate.
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 Create impact through culture
 
 
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 Help design and deliver initiatives that strengthen our culture and performance &mdash; from recognition programs to feedback cycles and development pathways that help our people grow.
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 Make the everyday effortless
 
 
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 Keep the office running like clockwork &mdash; from stocking and space management to lunches and supplier coordination &mdash; ensuring it&rsquo;s a space that energises and enables great work.
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 Coordinate team socials, co-working weeks, and milestone celebrations &mdash; always finding simple, thoughtful ways to connect the team and strengthen belonging.
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 Manage ad hoc IT support - from troubleshooting and meeting setup to licence management and systems upkeep &mdash; ensuring our tools and tech run smoothly so the team can stay focused on what matters.
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 Who You Are
 
 
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 Experienced:
 
 &nbsp;You&rsquo;ve worked in People Ops, HR, or office management before, and know how to run the details that keep a team thriving.
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 High Performance:
 
 &nbsp;You set the tone for a culture of accountability, urgency, and excellence&mdash;raising the bar for yourself and those around you.
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 Outcome-Driven:
 
 &nbsp;You don&rsquo;t just &ldquo;get things done&rdquo; &mdash; you care about impact, and you use insight and feedback to improve continuously.
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 Organised &amp; Proactive:
 
 &nbsp;You anticipate needs, solve problems before they arise, and bring structure to fast-moving environments.
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 Clear Communicator:
 
 &nbsp;You make complex things simple, and you communicate with warmth, clarity, and professionalism.
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 People-First:
 
 &nbsp;You&rsquo;re approachable, empathetic, and motivated by creating an exceptional employee experience.
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 Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here
 
 
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 Work with a passionate team united by purpose and driven by results.
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 Be part of a values-led culture that celebrates growth, simplicity, and excellence.
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 Shape how we build and scale one of the most exciting wellness brands in the UK.
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 Perks &amp; Benefits
 
 
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 Salary:
 
 &nbsp;&pound;45,000 - &pound;50,000
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 Private Health and Dental Insurance
 
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 Life Insurance
 
 : Cover up to 4x salary
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 Wellness
 
 : &pound;100/month to spend on whatever keeps you healthy &ndash; yoga, gym, ClassPass, therapy &ndash; your choice, your routine.
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 Development Budget
 
 : &pound;100/month, totally self-directed. Spend it on courses, books, subscriptions, coaching, or memberships &ndash; whatever best supports your role objectives (to be discussed with your manager).
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 Heights
 
 : Free monthly subscription to Heights and plenty of #merch (yes, we encourage you to wear it #startup #brand 😉)
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People & Operations Manager

Gravity Sketch

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 About us:
 
 
 
 
 At Gravity Sketch, we are transforming how creative teams realize their vision. Our platform empowers entire teams to create, communicate, and collaborate spatially, breaking down the barriers of traditional workflows to make the design process more inclusive, efficient, and enjoyable. By enabling seamless, real-time interaction in a shared 3D environment across VR, desktop, and web, we empower the world's most innovative companies to bring better products to life.
 
 
 
 
 Our Culture
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re a lean but ambitious team of 50+ spread across the globe. We may be geographically spread out, but we&rsquo;re tied by our mission to help people bring better products to life! Our focus is on output and getting the work done, not counting the hours you work. We appreciate that everyone has their own optimum setup, so provide flexibility in terms of when and where you get work done.
 
 
 
 
 Our Values
 
 
 
 
 
 Force Multiplier
 
 
 
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 Make everyone around you better
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 Raise the Bar
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 Deliver Results
 
 
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 Owner mindset
 
 
 
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 Hold yourself and others accountable
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 Make every investment as if it were your own
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 Don't let the egg drop
 
 
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 Resourceful
 
 
 
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 Take calculated risks
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 Use what you/we have to deliver the most value
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 Stay Hungry
 
 
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 Curiosity
 
 
 
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 Always be in learning mode
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 Go Deep: ask the why/why not
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 Explore and have fun
 
 
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 Empathy
 
 
 
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 Put yourself in the shoes of your customer
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 Be genuinely caring and respectful
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 Act from a place of understanding/longing to understand
 
 
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 Our values are at the heart of our culture, we encourage everyone to experiment, bring new ideas to the table, and challenge one another to arrive at the best solutions for our users.
 
 
 We work hard, and know how to have fun too; with company trips, socials, sports, gaming sessions and more. We welcome you to share your hobbies with the team so we can all try something new!
 
 
 Role Summary:
 
 
 We are at an exciting point in our journey. We have around 50 people across the UK, US, and beyond, and we have built strong foundations for how we hire, support, and develop our team. Now, we are looking to evolve our people operations as we move into our next phase of sustainable growth. You will have the freedom to shape what great looks like and have a real impact on how our team works and feels every day. If you love the energy of a startup and want to help shape the culture and experience of our global team, we would love to have you with us.
 
 
 As People Operations Manager, you will be responsible for improving and maintaining the systems, processes, and culture that enable our people to do their best work. You will ensure we have solid HR foundations in place while fostering engagement, alignment, and a supportive environment. You will work closely with the leadership team to align people strategy with business goals, while also supporting with general operations to help the company run smoothly and efficiently.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
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 Culture &amp; Employee Experience:
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 Promoting and strengthening initiatives and practices for engagement, belonging, and collaboration across our hybrid workforce.
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 Act as a trusted partner and advocate for employees, including fostering open communication and feedback loops.
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 Working closely with the leadership team to define and strengthen the cultural DNA of the company, ensuring it remains authentic and scalable through future growth
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 People Operations
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 Own and improve all core people processes, to include onboarding, performance management, and offboarding, as well as compensation reviews, employee benefits and career development frameworks.
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 Ensure HR compliance with UK employment law and maintain accurate, up-to-date employee records and policies.
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 Implementing and managing a new HRIS system and streamlining workflows and reporting across the wider function
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 Partner with managers to provide guidance on employee relations, performance issues, and organisational design.
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 Talent &amp; Workforce Planning
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 Support hiring managers with structured, fair, and efficient recruitment and onboarding processes.
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 Operations support:
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 Support with improving company-wide processes and systems.
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 Assist with ongoing information security compliance (no previous experience necessary)
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 Restructure how we communicate internally to build systems for effective distribution of critical information
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 Assist with planning and organising social events, and ad hoc operational projects, to include support with celebrations of company and team wins both big and small to ensure good work is rewarded across the business
 
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 </ul>
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
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 Previous experience working in people/HR roles, including start up/small business experience
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 Passionate about creating a great employee experience
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 Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and discretion
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 Work with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset
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 Our studio is based in Brixton - being able to go to the studio regularly would be beneficial, but not required.
 
 
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 Benefits:
 
 
 
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 Uncapped holidays: The startup world is busy, we encourage taking time off to recharge and rest.
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 &pound;50 month personal wellbeing budget
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 Private healthcare
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 &pound;1,000 personal budget per year for professional development. You will learn a lot here but there may be more want or need. With this budget, we aim to support you in your career growth.
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 Team lunch Wednesdays: out together in person, or virtually with food delivery credit.
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 Socials and an annual global meet up: we are passionate about bringing everyone together whenever we can, this helps build tighter bonds and alignment.
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 Enhanced parental leave policy (maternity and paternity)
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 Cyclescheme &amp; Techscheme
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 Chance to work at a start-up changing how the products of the future are designed, and exposure to a transparent startup journey
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 Real work ownership - you drive your own initiatives and have an opportunity to take your work all the way through to launch.
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 </ul>
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MyEdSpace

<div>
 At MyEdSpace, we find the best teachers on the planet and empower them to become the most inspiring, tech-enabled educators, able to reach the students who need them most &ndash; wherever they are, whatever their means.
 
 
 Because we believe that every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of geography or socioeconomic background, to achieve their dreams and build a brighter future.
 
 
 We achieve this by combining top teaching talent with cutting-edge technology, delivering engaging lessons and offering meaningful support to students and their families.
 
 
 Our vision is ambitious: to revolutionize education, empower millions of students globally, and provide high-quality learning opportunities that transform lives.
 
 
 We have just completed our Series A from top-tier investors and are ready to scale - we want you to lead the charge with us.
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re a top-performer, incredibly ambitious, and excited to redefine an industry on a societal level and make a real impact on the world - we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.
 
 
 💼 The Role:
 
 
 We have a new role to join our new People Team!
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for a
 
 People Operations Manager
 
 who blends operational excellence with curiosity, systems-thinking, and a passion for people experience.
 
 
 This isn&rsquo;t a traditional HR role, it&rsquo;s a
 
 design, automation, and transformation role
 
 .
 
 
 Reporting to the Chief of Staff, as part of a small People Function that is establishing itself, you&rsquo;ll be hands-on in execution while helping to shape the future of how we work and grow globally. We&rsquo;re a complex team with circa 50 People UK based (mostly in London) and then a mix of circa 120 EoRs, CoRs and Contractors globally, with people in about 15 different countries. We&rsquo;re also expanding our product to the US in 2026. There&rsquo;s lots happening!
 
 
 ⚙️
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do
 
 
 
 No day is ever the same. Given you&rsquo;ll be coming from a similar environment, in a global high growth series A startup, you&rsquo;ll know that adaptability is key. However your main responsibilities will include:
 
 
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 Own and optimise the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding, ensuring a world-class experience that reflects our values at every step.
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 Automate and streamline people processes using modern HR tools, data, and AI-driven insights.
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 Champion our HRIS &amp; ATS systems maintain data accuracy, integrations, and reporting to power better decision-making - we&rsquo;re using Deel &amp; Ashby.
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 Design people experiences as products thinking in terms of end users, touchpoints, and outcomes.
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 Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and Leadership to ensure scalability, compliance, and clarity as we grow globally.
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 Support and in some instances own, transformation projects org design changes, leadership enablement, and new process rollouts.
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 Analyse and report on key people metrics (e.g., engagement, retention, hiring efficiency) to drive continuous improvement.
 
 
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 🙋
 
 Who we&rsquo;re looking for
 
 
 
 You know what good looks like. You will have worked at a high growth, founder led, global startup and implemented a number of foundational, scalable practices and process before, for both People &amp; Talent. You have a natural inclination to always want to make things better and more efficient. You think about a tech-first solutions, rather than throwing people at the problem. You&rsquo;re:
 
 
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 An executioner with vision - able to balance big-picture thinking with getting things done brilliantly.
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 Tech-forward and data fluent - confident using (and experimenting with) HR tech, automation tools, and AI to improve workflows.
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 Obsessed with user experience - you design processes that feel seamless and human for employees and managers alike.
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 Analytical and detail-oriented - accuracy and insight go hand in hand in your work.
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 Change-ready - and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and enjoys building structure where there isn&rsquo;t any yet.
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 Collaborative and trusted - you build credibility with stakeholders and partners to enable decisions, not block them.
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 Curious and continuous learner - always looking for better, smarter, simpler ways of doing things.
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 Proactive and pragmatic - happy to push things through, know when to ask for help, understand the trade-offs between tactical and strategic solutions.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 🔩 Details:
 
 
 
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 Location: Chancery Lane (3-4 days per week)
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 Reporting to: Chief of Staff
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 Salary: &pound;45-&pound;60k pa
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 ✨ Our values
 
 
 
 
 PUT INTEGRITY FIRST
 
 Honesty matters. Tell the truth, and be straight-up. Be transparent and do the right thing. This builds respect and reliability for our students, families and team members.
 
 
 
 KNOW YOUR COORDINATES
 
 Understand where you are and where you want to get to. Know your strengths and acknowledge your gaps. Think from first principles. Question things, and never pretend to know what you don't.
 
 
 
 RAISE THE BAR
 
 Own it and get it done. Do better. Iterate quickly and seek feedback. Deliver real value. Be excellent and lift others up. Share learnings and help your teammates improve.
 
 
 
 LOVE TO BE WRONG
 
 Push boundaries. Be outside your comfort zone. Naturally you'll get some things wrong and that's okay. Embrace feedback. Learn from it and get closer to excellence.
 
 
 
 WIN TOGETHER
 
 To achieve our mission, we have to work together. We all have a role to play, so help each other get there. We&rsquo;re stronger as a team so inspire, support and respect each other.
 
 
 🙋
 
 Why you&rsquo;ll love working here
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re a team on a mission to transform education for the better. Joining MES means you&rsquo;ll be part of something ambitious, fast-moving, and full of purpose. Here&rsquo;s what you can expect:
 
 
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 The chance to make a real impact: your work directly shapes the future of education.
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 A fast-paced and high-growth environment where ideas move quickly and careers accelerate.
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 A collaborative, supportive culture: we&rsquo;re head quartered in the UK, but we&rsquo;re a global team with colleagues in 15+ countries, bringing a rich mix of perspectives and energy.
 
 
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 Compensation Range: &pound;45K - &pound;60K
 
 
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MERJE Ltd

Executive Operations Manager £60,000 - £75,000 London MERJE is seeking an exceptional Executive Operations Manager to support the Managing Partner of a prestigious law firm in London. This critical role involves strategic planning, execution of business development initiatives, and high-level stakeholder management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in professional services, exceptional organisational skills, and strong commercial awareness. The Company This leading law firm specialises in the Legal sector, offering a dynamic and challenging environment for ambitious professionals. With a focus on growth and innovation, the company provides excellent opportunities for career development and exposure to high-profile clients and projects. The Role The Executive Operations Manager role offers a unique opportunity to directly support the Managing Partner during a period of significant expansion. This position requires a high degree of autonomy, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex, sensitive issues within a fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Provide primary support to the Managing Partner, ensuring effective research, preparation, and communication</li><li>Manage the Managing Partner's agenda and priorities, balancing short-term demands with long-term strategic initiatives</li><li>Support preparation, coordination, and follow-up of board and executive meetings</li><li>Liaise with key C-Suite Central Services members as directed by the Managing Partner</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive Board, client, firm, and regulatory matters</li></ul> Required knowledge and experience: <ul> <li>Extensive experience in operations management within a professional services or legal environment</li><li>Exceptional organisational and communication skills</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the legal sector</li><li>High level of discretion, judgement, and resilience under pressure</li><li>Proficient IT skills, including MS Office and document management systems</li></ul> If you are an experienced professional seeking a challenging Executive Operations Manager position and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. _ Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship. Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. In applying for this role, you may be registered on our database so we can contact you about suitable opportunities in future. Your data will be managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. If you would like this job advertisement in an alternative format, please contact MERJE directly.

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