Junior Operations Manager - Future Leader Programme

JCDecaux; London Borough of Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor advertising company is looking for a Junior Operations Manager to join their team in Brentford, UK. This role offers a Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship, providing opportunities to learn about various operational facets across different departments. The ideal candidate should possess a full UK driver’s licence, GCSE qualifications, and a strong desire to learn new skills. Competitive compensation and a hybrid working model are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK driver’s licence required.
• Previous working experience in office, retail, or construction is beneficial.
• Keen desire to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations to ensure smooth workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve operational challenges.
• Monitor performance metrics and generate reports.

Skills

Organisational abilities

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE maths and English

Job description

At JCDecaux, we take pride in being the world’s leading outdoor advertising company. Our dedication to excellence and innovation motivates us to develop iconic advertising solutions that engage audiences worldwide. We are determined to uphold our world‑class standards and are seeking equally dedicated individuals to join our experienced team.

As a Junior Operations Manager based in our Brentford, UK office, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our operational processes run flawlessly.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is keen to develop their career in Operations. You will learn across operations departments and roles, spend time with field‑based, digital, airport, warehouse and purchasing colleagues and complete a Level 5 Ops Manager apprenticeship with the ambition of becoming our future Operations leaders.

You will collaborate closely with different teams to successfully implement strategies that improve our service delivery and contribute to our ongoing success.

Working hours 6am‑3pm which will flex as you rotate around departments.

Hybrid; however, the first 3 months will be full‑time across Brentford and field.

What you’ll be doing

• Learning different operations aspects/ shadowing colleagues across Rail, retail, large format and digital maintain and Hardware; really understanding how/ why we operate the way we do.
• Spend time across regions to learn best‑in‑class practice.
• You will learn what happens behind the screens and how we maintain high standards.
• Coordinate daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient workflows.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify and solve operational challenges.
• Develop and implement process improvements to improve efficiency and streamline operations.
• Monitor performance metrics and generate reports to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations by learning from Health & Safety team and supporting the completion of audits and inspections.
• Manage inventory and logistics to maintain efficient stock levels.
• Coordinate with external partners and vendors to ensure high‑quality service delivery.
• Provide training and support to staff to uphold our company standards.

A little bit about you

• Required - Full UK driver’s licence
• GCSE maths and English
• Keen desire to learn new skills
• Previous working experience, e.g. office, retail, construction etc.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Proactive, highly motivated and problem‑solving approach.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

At JCDecaux, we believe in encouraging a culture of inclusion and collaboration. We are committed to crafting an environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success. We offer competitive compensation packages, opportunities for professional development, and an encouraging work environment that values your contributions.

Apprenticeship

The position involves a Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship and a certification from the Institute of Leadership and Management.

• Operational & Project Management
• Finance
• Leading and Handling People
• Establishing relationships & communication skills
• Self‑awareness
• Problem solving & decision making

If you are ambitious, diligent, and ready to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you!