Operations & Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative studio in London is seeking an Operations & Project Manager to ensure smooth studio operations and oversee project delivery. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in similar roles and is skilled in project management, leadership, and communication. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

20 days of annual leave plus extra days over Christmas

Work from Anywhere Wednesdays

Budget for personal training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project, studio, or operations management within a creative studio.
• Proven ability to take a project from idea to delivery, balancing deadlines, budgets, and people.
• Strong communicator who keeps internal teams aligned.

Responsibilities

• Strategically allocate design team resources for projects.
• Own projects end-to-end from brief to completion.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.

Skills

Project management

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Asana

Job description

Job Description

The Role

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Operations & Project Manager to keep our studio running smoothly, enabling the team to deliver exceptional creative work. This role sits at the heart of our business and balances big-picture planning with day-to-day operations, ensuring projects are delivered seamlessly and the team feels supported to do their best work. Working in collaboration with the leadership team, you’ll also help shape how the studio grows and operates, contributing to strategic decisions and long-term planning

About Us

We are wearegrip, a London based creative studio who work with some of the most exciting drivers in F1. Our goal is to build the most distinctive personal brands in sport that capture the attention of fans, teams and brands around the world.

Working hand-in-hand with each driver we create and manage their personal brand across social media, branding, marketing, merchandise, content creation, digital and more.

When you join wearegrip, you'll be working at the heart of our multi-skilled fast paced start-up and immediately have the opportunity to begin shaping your future within our highly motivated and passionate team.

Your responsibilities (but not limited to)

Operations Management

• Strategically allocate the design team as well as contract or freelance designers, illustrators, and editors for any relevant projects.
• Keep a close eye on capacity, spotting bottlenecks and resourcing gaps before they become problems.
• Partner with teams to refine and improve operational processes, making sure they scale as we grow.
• Oversee and improve end-to-end operational workflows, processes, and best practices to enhance efficiency and quality.

Project Management

• Own projects end-to-end: develop plans, set timelines, and oversee delivery from brief to completion.
• Keep everything on track — monitoring progress, spotting risks early, and finding smart solutions to keep projects on time and within budget.
• Act as the bridge between the design team, internal departments, clients, and suppliers, ensuring clear communication at every stage.
• Run kick-offs, check-ins, and post-project reviews to keep teams aligned and improving.
• Share updates across the business, tracking priorities and ensuring visibility of key outcomes.

Team & Culture

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance management — helping to build and grow a high-performing, motivated team.
• Be the go-to person for team queries, supporting a smooth and well-connected workplace.
• Champion a culture of responsibility, learning, and innovation.
• Promote a culture of responsibility, continuous learning, and innovation.
• Organise team events, socials, and away days to foster collaboration and engagement.
• Working closely with the leadership team to guide priorities, strengthen collaboration, and support the studio’s day-to-day direction.

About You

• You have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in project, studio, or operations management within a creative studio.
• You are based in London and can commute to Hoxton at least four times a week.
• You are experienced with project management and organisation tools, such as Asana.
• You are a self-starter with a desire to contribute as part of the leadership team at a fast-growing company.
• You know how to take a project from idea to delivery, balancing deadlines, budgets, and people with ease.
• You have an operational mindset and enjoy building systems and processes that make teams more efficient without adding unnecessary complexity.
• You are a strong communicator who aligns internal teams and keeps everyone on the same page.
• You approach problems proactively and analytically, anticipating challenges and implementing effective solutions.
• You thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment while maintaining composure and a positive attitude.
• You are highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• You have the right to live and work in the UK.

Your Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 20 days of annual leave plus a minimum of 5 days leave over Christmas and New Year.
• 1 extra fully paid day off for your birthday.
• "Work from Anywhere" Wednesdays, mandatory working out of office day every week.
• Additional work from home days available on request.
• Apple Macbook plus any relevant software and equipment.
• Budget for personal skills training and development.