People & Operations Manager

Raw Selection; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An executive search firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee daily operations and enhance efficiency across the business. The ideal candidate should be highly organised with a strong attention to detail, tech-savvy, and capable of handling multiple priorities. This role offers a chance to make impactful improvements in a collaborative environment, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Exposure to senior leadership

Investment in professional development

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in managing office operations.
• Strong process-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office and back-office operations.
• Oversee data management and reporting to leadership.
• Lead the onboarding process for new starters.
• Plan and manage internal events.

Skills

Highly organised

Attention to detail

Tech-savvy

Excellent communication skills

Proactive

Job description

About the Job

We’re looking for someone who loves to make things happen. Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, keeps everything running smoothly, and finds satisfaction in turning chaos into calm, structured success.

This role is all about driving organisation, efficiency, and impact across the business. You’ll manage our day-to-day operations - from data and reporting to onboarding and event planning - and help shape how we work as we continue to grow.

You’ll also play a key part in implementing smarter, tech-driven processes (including AI), giving you the chance to make real improvements that move the business forward.

Why Raw Selection?

We’re one of only two executive search firms based in Leeds - and we exclusively partner with Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies across North America and Europe.

We’re expanding quickly and entering an exciting phase of growth, so we’re looking for someone who’s organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities.

If you enjoy creating structure, improving processes, and ensuring everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes, this role is a great fit.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the day-to-day running of the office and back-office operations
• Oversee data management, CRM systems, and reporting to leadership
• Provide regular data insights and performance reports to management
• Lead the onboarding process for new starters, ensuring a smooth experience
• Plan and manage internal events and company activities
• Support AI implementation and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency
• Manage relationships with contractors and suppliers
• Maintain high standards of organisation across all business areas

Who You Are

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong sense of order and structure in how you work
• Proactive, reliable, and confident in managing multiple priorities
• Process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working with data and systems
• Excellent communication skills and a team-focused attitude
• Based in or around Leeds

What You’ll Get

• A key role within a growing, high-performing team
• Exposure to multiple areas of the business and senior leadership
• Autonomy to improve and build operational processes
• Opportunity to shape how we work as we scale
• Investment in your professional development
• A collaborative, ambitious culture that values accountability and excellence

📩 Interested?

Contact Ami Wilson at [e-mail]