Business Operations Specialist

L3Harris; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm is seeking a Business Operations Specialist in London. The role combines office management and regional support, requiring strong organisational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience in managing competing priorities. The ideal candidate will provide business support across various functions and uphold company security policies. This position offers benefits including private medical insurance and vacation leave.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with 8% employer contribution

Life Assurance 4x salary

Flexible health care options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in office management or administrative roles.
• Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the office manager for the London Office.
• Provide business support, including travel and procurement.
• Oversee office capital purchases and equipment.

Skills

Office management

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title – Business Operations Specialist

Job Location – London

Job ID – 31470

About this opportunity and L3Harris UK

From 11 UK sites, our team of nearly 1,000 people delivers unique capabilities across space, air, land, sea and cyber for military, security and commercial customers across the UK and worldwide.

L3Harris Trenchant is an elite global team of engineers and security researchers charged with building world-class computer security products.

Trenchant’s expertise is the by-product of the L3Harris acquisition of two highly-regarded information security businesses – Azimuth Security and Linchpin Labs. United under Trenchant, we are a key component of L3Harris’ Cyber Division.

We are a trusted, discrete partner furnishing security products, consultancy, training and integration services to allied security, defence, and law enforcement agencies.

Our team is seeking a highly motivated and team-oriented Business Operations Specialist for the UK and EU. The Business Operations Specialist role is a combination of an Office Manager with administrative tasking and the will lead the regional facilities, security, and infrastructure operations. This position requires an individual who can manage multiple tasks with precision and reliability. Key qualities for this position include excellent judgment, attention to detail, and a consistent, professional demeanor. The ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion is essential.

We value a proactive approach and the ability to work independently while contributing positively as a team player. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to take initiative, deliver exceptional results, and exceed expectations in a fast-paced environment.

Employee Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme of up to 8% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection
• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional membership reimbursement (discretionary)

What the role will involve

• Serve as the office manager for the London Office and provide support as required to Tewkesbury satellite office and remote employees in the UK and EU.
• Serve as the UK Security Officer to support the facility posture and enforce security policies.
• Develop rapport with UK personnel and serve as an advocate, triaging issues and expediting resolution across the full spectrum of business functions.
• Serve as UK/EU administrative lead, providing full-spectrum business support to the team, including travel, expenses and procurement.
• Plan and schedule team building events, lunches/dinners, meetups, conferences, and morale-boosting events.
• Coordinate L3Harris executive leadership visits to UK and other international offices.
• Oversee and maintain accountability for office capital purchases and equipment.

What you’ll bring

• 5+ years of experience in office manager or administrative role, excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Advanced/Expert in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook). Ability to generate pivot tables in Excel, present complex data, and summarise needs/challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on customer service.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
• Proficient in financial management, including vendor management, spend forecasting, and purchase order processes.
• Ability to travel to Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire site 1-2 times per month to support customer demos and employee engagement initiatives.
• Experience managing multiple sites/facilities (desirable, not essential).
• Experience with cost reporting and management systems.

Important to know

Due to the nature of our work many our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to government security checks.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities for all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.