Assistant Operations Manager

Ant Kids; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Ant Kids is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and support the Operations Manager.

You will manage client communications, coordinate agents, and lead team managers and QA managers while driving continuous improvement. This is a full-time, office-based role in the United Kingdom requiring a proactive, detail-oriented leader with strong IT skills and the ability to prioritise under pressure.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and proactive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication at all levels.
• Strong organisational and decision-making abilities.
• Problem-solving with a solutions-focused approach.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and internal systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular feedback and updates to the Operations Manager and Operations Director.
• Manage daily client communications and ensure service levels are met.
• Lead and support Team Managers and QA Managers across the department.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks and escalate issues when needed.
• Maintain and update the daily revenue tracker accurately.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Leadership

Prioritisation

Tools

Internal systems

Job description

A rare opportunity has arisen to work as an Assistant Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide regular feedback, updates and operational insight to the Operations Manager and Operations Director.
• Take ownership of daily client communication, ensuring expectations are effectively managed and service levels are consistently maintained.
• Provide leadership, direction and ongoing support to Team Managers and QA Managers across the department.
• Identify, assess and proactively manage potential operational and business risks, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Maintain and update the daily revenue tracker, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
• Deputise for the Operations Manager during periods of absence, taking responsibility for key operational duties and decision-making.
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and increased efficiency.
• Support the wider management team with operational planning, problem solving and performance management.
• Complete other reasonable ad-hoc duties and projects as required.
• Taking a professional and commercially aware approach to client and stakeholder management.
• Manage agent resourcing across campaigns, ensuring staffing levels and hours are aligned with campaign requirements and agreed budgets.
• Coordinate and manage agent holidays, ensuring appropriate resource and operational coverage is maintained.

Skills & Experience

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic, with a self-motivated, proactive and dedicated approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to interpret information and make informed decisions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a confident and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn and utilise internal systems effectively.
• The ability to prioritise workload, manage competing demands and work effectively under pressure.
• The confidence and ability to lead, motivate and support management teams.

Desirable Experience

• Previous management or leadership experience within Ant Marketing.
• Experience working within a contact centre, sales or customer service environment.
• Experience managing client relationships and operational performance.

Hours

• Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 8pm, however the flexibility to work outside these hours is essential, and weekend cover may be required. This role is full time office based.

Pay

• Salaried - £28,500 Per Year