Business Operations Manager

Michael Page (UK); Whitstable; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Manager for a new role in their startup based in Whitstable. This full-time position involves establishing project management systems and leading coordination across functions while supporting executives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business or Life Sciences, alongside experience in project management and governance. Competitive salary aspirations range from £42,300 to £51,700, complemented by hybrid working and flexible hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Potential for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior executives in a regional or global organisation.
• Comfortable working in a start up setting.
• Experience of governance structures and compliance in a regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Establish project management systems for communication between stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation for transparency.
• Lead project management coordination across functions.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Experience in project management

Governance and compliance understanding

Education

University degree in Business or Life Sciences

Job description

• Comfortable working in a start
• Varied duties with a strong administrative focus

About Our Client

This is a start up company so this is a really exciting, new role in their business. This is a hyrbid role with flexible working hours.

Job Description

• Establish project management system that supports seamless communication between internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and reports, timelines, to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Lead coordination of project management across functions ensuring alignment with all legal, compliance and finance governance processes.
• Lead internal contracting process (working with project owners and external legal support functions) for vendor agreements.
• Support project owners in monitoring compliance with contractual terms including forecasting, purchase orders, payments, and milestones
• Support the development and maintenance of governance frameworks and ensure their alignment with legal requirements and our business, and ethical goals.
• Support executive leadership in Company budget tracking, reporting.
• Plan and execute executive travel itineraries including flights, ground transport, visas, accommodations, and contingency planning.
• Support and coordinate office setup activities (working with internal stakeholders and external vendors for finance, legal, and HR) across HQ and Local Operating Companies
• Own day to day office management and general administrative duties
• Own a fast-paced organisational calendar, organising, attending and managing (agenda setting, minute taking, follow up tracking and logistics) key meetings including Board and Executive team meetings
• Conduct research and compile information to support business operations initiatives and decision-making processes.
• Lead planning and execution of internal events
• Lead the implementation (working with external vendors) of a document management system
• Assist with the onboarding of new employees in liaison with hiring managers and external consultants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate:

• Comfortable working within a start up setting
• Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams in a regional or global organisation.
• Experience of governance structures and compliance principles in a regulated industry
• A university degree, preferably in Business, or Life Sciences
• Experience in project management and/or business operations
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and cultures.
• Demonstrable ability to build trusted relationships across an organisation and externally to facilitate effective collaboration.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £42,300 to £51,700 per annum.
• Hybrid working
• Flexible hours
• Permanent, full-time position based in Whistable.
• Potential for professional growth and development.

If you are passionate about business operations and looking to make an impact in Whistable, apply now to join a forward-thinking team in the life sciences sector!