Business Operations Coordinator – London (Hybrid) Maternity Cover (12 month FTC)

TAG International; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global development organization in London is seeking a Business Operations Coordinator for a 12-month maternity cover. This role supports operations and executive leadership, requiring strong organizational and communication skills. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in a relevant role and be proficient in Microsoft Office 365. The position offers hybrid working options and opportunities to contribute to global security initiatives.

Benefits

Real breadth and impact in role

Hybrid working conditions

Contribute to global initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in business operations or office management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Experience supporting senior leadership and handling confidential communications.

Responsibilities

• Manage office and facilities operations.
• Coordinate with IT providers and oversee systems and hardware.
• Support executive leadership with personal assistance as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Emotional intelligence

Microsoft Office 365

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

We're Hiring: Business Operations Coordinator (12 month FTC)

Location: London, UK (Office presence required Mon-Thurs)

Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs/week

TAG International is looking for anexceptionally organised and proactive Business Operations Coordinator to join our dynamic London team to cover a period of maternity leave.

This is a high-impact, multi-faceted role supporting TAG’s security and resilience programmes, delivered on behalf of clients like the UK FCDO, UN, and other global organisations.

About the Role:

You'll be at the heart of “the business of the business,” and will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of TAG’s operations and supporting executive leadership.

Responsibilities include:

• Office & facilities management
• IT coordination and supplier relationships
• Health & Safety, environmental compliance, and ISO support
• Personal assistance to the CEO and C-suite when required
• Process improvement and operational support across teams

About You:

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Exceptionally well-organised and detail-oriented
• A natural multitasker with high emotional intelligence
• Trustworthy and discreet when handling sensitive information
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Confident with Microsoft Office tools and general IT processes
• First Aid/Fire Marshal certified or willing to be trained

Key Skills & Experience:

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a business operations, office management, or executive support role
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and competing priorities with composure and efficiency
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence in liaising across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Experience coordinating with IT providers, overseeing systems, hardware, and user support
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks, including ISO standards, Health & Safety regulations, and environmental policies
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint)
• Experience supporting senior leadership – including diary and travel management, meeting coordination, and handling confidential communications
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work independently
• Prior experience within international development, consultancy, or government-funded environments is advantageous

What You’ll Get:

• A role with real breadth, impact, and visibility
• The chance to work with a purpose-led, globally minded team
• Hybrid working (Monday–Thursday in-office, Fridays remote)
• Opportunity to contribute to global development and security initiatives

Join us

At TAG International, you'll be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in security and resilience around the world. Apply now to contribute to our mission of creating lasting change in global communities.

Applications should be received no later than Friday 15th August 2025.

Due to the short notice requirements of this role, we will review applications as they are received. We reserve the right to end the application window early if we identify and confirm a candidate during this period.