Operations Manager

C&C Search Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique executive search firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations and manage various operational processes. The ideal candidate should have background experience in office management or business support, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The role offers a hybrid setup and fosters a warm, inclusive culture that emphasizes growth, trust, and employee autonomy.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Bonus

Qualifications

• Prior experience in operations, office management or business support within a professional services environment.
• Natural organiser with strong project coordination skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure smooth running of the business.
• Manage suppliers, contracts, and operational processes.
• Coordinate internal projects and support business-wide improvements.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the wider team.

Skills

Operations management

Project coordination

Excellent communication

Supplier management

Finance support tasks

Job description

All about the role and company you would be working for!

Position: Operations Manager

Salary: £45000 - £60000 + 30 days holiday and bonus

Hybrid set up: 3/2 hybrid

What they do: A highly respected boutique executive search firm specialising in senior leadership recruitment across multiple sectors

Size of company: Small but established team with a strong global market reputation

Company culture and what makes them great to work for: This firm offers a warm, collaborative and high-performing environment where every team member has a genuine voice. They pride themselves on exceptional delivery, deep client relationships and creating a workplace that feels both professional and personable. The culture is social, supportive and inclusive, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, innovation and maintaining a positive, engaging office atmosphere. Employees enjoy autonomy, trust, and the opportunity to shape internal operations as the business grows.

Key responsibilities for this Operations Manager

• Overseeing day-to-day operations to ensure the smooth running of the business
• Managing suppliers, contracts and operational processes
• Coordinating internal projects and supporting business-wide improvements
• Providing administrative and operational support to the wider team
• Managing office operations and facilities, ensuring a well-run and welcoming environment
• Supporting finance processes including invoicing, expenses and budget tracking
• Enhancing social initiatives, wellbeing activities and internal culture
• Streamlining systems, tools and processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Acting as a central point of contact for operational queries across the business

What background and experience are the company looking for?

The ideal candidate will bring prior experience in operations, office management or business support within a professional services or boutique environment. They should be a natural organiser with strong project coordination skills, excellent communication and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience working with suppliers, supporting finance tasks and improving internal processes would be highly advantageous. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a passion for creating a positive team culture will ensure success in this role.

Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?

Amy Kufuor – Principal Associate – lover of the theatre, Japanese food and cocktails!

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.