Junior Operations Manager

Jobs for Humanity; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge AI company in London seeks an Operations Manager to oversee systems and projects, ensuring smooth operations and high performance. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in operations and a STEM degree. Proficiency in tools like Google Sheets, Figma, and Asana is preferred. This role promises dynamic tasks and the chance to contribute significantly to scaling efforts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operations, project management or generalist roles.
• Strong execution and analytical skills.
• Comfort with chaos and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategy into execution and set up systems to ensure high performance.
• Manage key projects from planning to delivery.
• Support international rollouts and manage relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Operations management

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM or relevant discipline

Tools

Google Sheets

Figma

Asana

Job description

syd life AI is the globally most trusted AI Life Quality technology. We leverage proprietary AI models including our 70Bn Parameter LLM and >1.2 million scientific research papers to measurably improve the Life Quality and Health of individuals, organisations and society.

• AsOperations Manager, you will be the engine that keeps syd life AI running smoothly across functions. You’ll work closely with the CEO, product, commercial growth, and tech teams to translate strategy into execution — setting up systems, removing friction, and ensuring we operate like a high-performance machine. This is a role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, solves problems before they’re problems, and is hands-on
• Design, implement, and optimise internal processes across teams (product, tech, commercial growth, customer success, partnerships, legal, finance)
• Manage key projects end-to-end — from planning and stakeholder alignment to execution and delivery
• Support international rollouts, pilots, and launches with universities, insurers, corporates and government partners
• Manage and improve our OKR system across the company, supporting each team member in formulating and achieving their OKRs while driving overall team performance
• Set up and maintain tracking systems and operational dashboards to drive accountability and clarity
• Plan and run our quarterly offsites end-to-end, delivering tangible outcomes and driving strategic alignment
• Support hiring, onboarding, and team operations as we scale
• Own special projects — every week will look a little different
• Assist the CEO in executing strategic projects and managing key priorities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, partners, and collaborators
  
  

Who you are

• 2+ years of experiencein operations, project management, or generalist roles at a high-growth startup (ideally in AI, digital health, or deep tech)
• Strong execution and analytical skills— you get things done and know how to measure impact
• Comfort with chaos— you’re calm, focused, and adaptive when things change quickly (they will)
• Excellent communication (written, verbal, and cross-cultural)
• A Bachelor of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics), Business, Finance, or other relevant disciplines
• Humility & low ego: you don’t seek credit, you seek impact
• Resilience & determination: you bounce back, push forward, and take ownership
• Raw intelligence: you’re a quick learner and think independently
• Curiosity: you ask great questions and keep improving things
  
  

Desirable

• Prior exposure to or experience with the implementation and use of OKRs in a team or organisational context
• Experience working in AI, health tech, or regulated industries
• Background in consulting, data analytics, or systems thinking
• Proficiency with Google Suite (specifically Google Sheets), Figma, and Asana
• Japanese language proficiency (not required, but helpful)
• IMPORTANT ** To Apply : Please complete this Typeform :https://form.typeform.com/to/Da1kmwfc
  
  

For further information on syd life AI

www.syd.life

https://www.linkedin.com/company/syd-lqi