Founding Operations / Technical Project Manager (£42k-£85k + Equity) at hardware-enabled recrea[...]

Jack & Jill/External ATS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A hardware technology firm in Greater London is seeking a Founding Operations / Technical Project Manager to lead end-to-end operations for a growing hardware fleet. This hands-on role involves overseeing planning, deployment, maintenance, and scaling processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong problem-solving mindset and thrive in fast-paced environments. With significant equity on offer, this role provides an opportunity to shape operational strategy from day one, working directly with founders.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing hardware operations.
• Ability to develop scalable operational processes.
• Capacity to lead a field team.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operations for a growing hardware fleet.
• Develop operational processes and playbooks.
• Build and lead a field team while managing inventory.

Skills

Hands-on problem-solving mindset

Commercial thinking

Thrives in fast-paced environments

Job description

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Founding Operations / Technical Project Manager

Salary: £42k–£85k + Equity

Company Description: Hardware-enabled recreational tech platform.

Job Description: Lead end-to-end operations for a hardware fleet, overseeing planning, deployment, maintenance, and scaling across multiple sites. This hands‑on role requires building robust systems and playbooks that support rapid expansion, ensuring seamless functionality and operational excellence. You’ll be foundational to shaping the operational backbone of a fast‑growing, hardware‑enabled platform.

Location: London, UK

Why this role is remarkable:

• Be the operational backbone of a company making active lifestyles accessible to millions.
• Work directly with founders who have successfully scaled hardware-enabled platforms internationally.
• Build culture, systems, and operational strategy from day one—with meaningful equity and zero bureaucracy.

What you will do:

• Plan, deploy, and maintain a growing hardware fleet, ensuring timely and on‑budget installations.
• Develop and document scalable operational processes and playbooks to support rapid city expansion.
• Build and eventually lead a field team while optimising inventory management and supply chain performance.

The ideal candidate:

• Brings a hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset and enjoys working through technical and field‑based challenges.
• Thinks commercially, understanding costs, margins, and the broader business impact of operational decisions.
• Thrives in fast‑paced environments, making quick decisions, testing solutions, and iterating rapidly.

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