Business Manager

Framatome; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear energy firm based in Bristol is seeking a Business Manager to oversee daily operations and implement strategic initiatives. This role demands strong leadership and analytical skills, with responsibilities including supervising operations, developing policies, and fostering a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in business management. This position offers extensive benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and private healthcare.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Individual and family private health care

Dental insurance

Life assurance (4x salary)

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Tusker electric car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree.
• Experienced, non-cadre level required.
• Background checking required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily business operations to ensure efficiency.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Experience

Management Experience

Microsoft Outlook

QuickBooks

Banking

Conflict Management

Strategic Planning

Leadership Experience

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Lawson

Job description

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognised for delivering innovative value‑added technologies that design, build, maintain and advance the world’s nuclear fleet.

Business Manager

The Business Manager plays a pivotal role in driving organisational success by overseeing daily operations, managing resources and implementing strategic initiatives. This position requires strong leadership and analytical skills and the ability to foster a productive work environment. The Business Manager collaborates with various departments to ensure business objectives are met efficiently and effectively, acting as the gateway between the executive team and the rest of the business.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily business operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and best practices.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on business performance.
• Create and maintain a high‑performing administration function which services the needs of the business.
• Recruit, train and mentor staff to build a high‑performing team.
• Set clear goals and expectations; conduct performance evaluations.
• Foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Prepare agendas for executive team meetings.
• Attend executive meetings to take notes / record actions.
• Distribute notes / actions after meetings and monitor completion.
• Present at monthly KPI meetings to record actions / distribute.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations and reports for internal and external audiences.
• Track progress on key initiatives and ensure timely execution.
• Serve as a liaison between executive leadership and internal / external stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate cross‑functional projects and special initiatives.
• Monitor project milestones, deliverables and outcomes.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks to maintain momentum.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking abilities.
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
• Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information.
• Proactive, resourceful and solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced dynamic environments.
• Ability to understand new concepts rapidly and react in a high‑energy fast‑paced startup environment.
• Curious, analytical and love solving problems (data is your friend).
• Great communicator – clear, friendly and confident with both warehouse staff and founders.
• Take ownership and make things happen without waiting to be told.
• Comfortable with travel to different locations.
• Fosters team spirit – a colleague everyone enjoys and aspires to work with.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: Experienced, non‑cadre level.
• Background checking required.
• Key skills: Business Development, Sales Experience, Management Experience, Microsoft Outlook, QuickBooks, Lawson, Banking, Business Management, Conflict Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership Experience, negotiation.
• Contract type: Contract.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) plus Bank Holidays.
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice).
• Individual and family private health care.
• Dental insurance for employees.
• Cashplan Level 2 cover.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Employee assistance programme (EAP).
• Income protection.
• Professional body membership.
• Tusker electric car scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Babbel – learn a new language.
• Generous family leave.

Job Location

United Kingdom, Bristol – site: Avonmouth.

Travel

25%.