Business Support Manager - Greater Manchester

Adecco Portugal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Business Support Manager for a six-month temporary contract in Greater Manchester. The role focuses on improving administrative processes, managing complex diaries, coordinating an administrative team, and supporting senior leaders.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in process development, staff supervision, and financial oversight, with a proactive, structured approach to a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and implementing business and administrative processes.
• Strong diary management and prioritisation skills for senior stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating and leading administrative teams.
• Proven ability to manage staff and multidisciplinary teams.
• Confidence working with senior managers and directors to enable smooth communication.
• Proactive approach to bring structure, pace and organisation to fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement efficient administrative processes to support the Project Team.
• Manage complex diaries and meetings for senior managers and directors.
• Coordinate workload of the administrative team to ensure alignment and support.
• Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary staff team to maintain productivity.
• Serve as the first point of contact for operational issues and resolve matters swiftly.
• Oversee financial resources, including orders and contract/expenditure records.

Skills

Business processes

Diary management

Team coordination

Staff management

Operational support

Financial oversight

Job description

Business Support Manager - Temporary Contract

Daily Rate: £180 - £220
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hybrid working
Contract length: 6 months
Location: Greater Manchester

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Support Manager to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in the Programme, contributing to the delivery of excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Management: Develop and implement effective administrative processes to support the Project Team, ensuring smooth operations and efficiency.
• Diary Management: Effectively manage complex diaries and meetings, prioritising competing demands for senior managers and directors.
• Team Coordination: Oversee and coordinate the workload of an administrative team, ensuring all members are aligned and supported in their roles.
• Staff Management: Provide leadership and support to a busy multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.
• Operational Support: Act as the initial point of contact for operational issues, helping to resolve matters swiftly and efficiently.
• Financial Oversight: Manage financial resources, including raising and processing orders, and maintaining accurate records of all contracts and expenditures.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in developing and implementing business and administrative processes.
• Strong ability to manage complex diaries, meetings, and competing priorities with ease.
• Experience in coordinating and managing the workload of an administrative team.
• A track record of effectively managing staff and supporting multidisciplinary teams.
• Confidence in working with senior managers and directors, facilitating smooth communication across all levels.
• A proactive approach to bringing structure, organisation, and pace to a demanding, fast-moving environment.

This is an exciting chance to make a significant impact within an organisation dedicated to providing exceptional services.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you