Head of UK Operations

Place Recruitment LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Private Equity firm in Mayfair is seeking an experienced Head of Operations for a 1-year FTC role. This pivotal position requires a calm and organised individual with strong background in managing HR, IT, and facility operations within a high-level environment. Ideal candidates will have a graduate calibre and experience in operational roles in Private Equity. Excellent communication and diplomatic skills are essential for success in this busy role.

Benefits

Private medical care

Travel insurance

Income protection

Soft benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in operations/office management within a Private Equity or Investment firm.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a busy environment.
• Excellent understanding of HR processes and financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR functions including onboarding and staff relations.
• Ensure smooth facility operations and manage contractors.
• Oversee IT functions, including vendor management.
• Engage in project management for various office projects.
• Process UK accounting and ensure financial compliance.

Skills

Operations Management

HR Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Diplomatic Skills

Education

Graduate calibre

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic new 1-year FTC role for a Private Equity client based in Mayfair. We are looking for a superhero to take on this position. A background in a similar position in a global Private Equity or Investment firm is a must for this position. This is a busy role working for one of the world's top Investment firms and requires a highly capable, bright, and organised person with a knowledgeable background.

Position

Head of Operations UK - Responsible for the operational function of the UK office of this global Private Equity firm.

Responsibilities

This role requires a wide range of duties, including;

• HR -onboarding, offboarding, referencing, maternity, paternity, sickness, staff management and relations, enforcement of company policy, absence and holiday records.
• Benefits - to include private medical care, travel insurance, income protection and soft benefits.
• Facilities - Ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the facilities and contractors.
• IT
  Managing the UK IT facility and phone, AV and security contractors. Ensuring stock levels are maintained.
• Health and Safety
• Project management - including building projects, charity engagement, Art Management, London office, UK events
• Accounting - Processing UK accounting
• Financial compliance
• Operations Management
• The ideal candidate will be an experienced Operations/Office Manager who has previously worked at the top level and has an excellent understanding of Private Equity. You will be calm, diplomatic, and able to handle a busy role, always working at the highest level. Excellent communication skills and being a good judge of character are crucial for this position.

Qualifications & Profile

• The ideal candidate will be of graduate calibre with a dedicated approach to your work. This is a fantastic firm to work for with an impressive office space in the heart of Mayfair.