Global Operations & Strategy Lead - Hybrid

A&O Shearman; Northern Ireland; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Business Operations Senior Manager to enhance operational efficiency across the Peerpoint team. This strategic role involves overseeing multi-market operations, driving financial performance, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in professional services, with a proven track record in managing teams and implementing technology-driven solutions. The company promotes hybrid working, enabling up to 40% remote work alongside valuable employee benefits.

Benefits

Occupational pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Mental health resources

Flexible working

Health well-being services

Qualifications

• Extensive operations leadership experience in multi-market environments.
• Strong background in financial performance management.
• Risk management expertise and stakeholder management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams across five global markets and foster professional growth.
• Oversee standardised processes ensuring consistency and quality.
• Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues.
• Work with Heads of Market to address cross-regional challenges.
• Develop risk management strategies ensuring compliance with policies.

Skills

Operational leadership

Financial performance management

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision-making

Exceptional team-building

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent)

Tools

Operational reporting tools

Workflow automation technologies

Job description

A leading law firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Business Operations Senior Manager to enhance operational efficiency across the Peerpoint team. This strategic role involves overseeing multi-market operations, driving financial performance, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in professional services, with a proven track record in managing teams and implementing technology-driven solutions. The company promotes hybrid working, enabling up to 40% remote work alongside valuable employee benefits.