Corporate Operations Manager

Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 61,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and Bike-to-Work schemes

Onsite bike parking

25 days annual leave

Flexible hours

Job summary

Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority in Dublin is seeking a Corporate Operations Manager to oversee finance, procurement, payroll, audit support and facilities management while supporting budget control and spend oversight.

You will lead a small team, develop relationships with external service providers, ensure compliance with corporate policies, and contribute to a dynamic public-sector environment offering up to 60% remote working.

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification (min Level 7 NFQ) in Finance, Business, Management or Public Administration.
• At least 3 years' experience in corporate operations, finance or administrative/operational support.
• Experience in budget management, financial analysis and delivering to strict deadlines.
• Strong organisational, planning and team leadership skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Support budget management, monitor corporate expenditure, and oversee contract spend.
• Coordinate day-to-day corporate operations, including finance, administration, procurement, payroll, audit support, and facilities management.
• Manage a small team of finance and administrative staff, driving results and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Maintain accurate records, support audit programmes, and ensure compliance with corporate policies.
• Develop relationships with external service providers and lead contract management for procured corporate services.

Skills

Budget management

Financial analysis

Timely delivery

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Level 7 NFQ in Finance/Business/Management/Public Administration

Job description

• Join Ireland's independent regulator for Approved Housing Bodies, AHBRA, established to protect tenants and promote sector confidence.


• Be part of a dynamic, evolving team at the heart of regulatory development, supporting effective, evidence-based governance.


• Work in a modern, city centre office near Merrion Square, Dublin 2, easily accessible by public transport, with up to 60% remote working available.

About Your New Job

As the Corporate Operations Manager, you will:

• Support budget management, monitor corporate expenditure, and oversee contract spend.


• Coordinate day-to-day corporate operations, including finance, administration, procurement, payroll, audit support, and facilities management.


• Manage a small team of finance and administrative staff, driving results and fostering a collaborative environment.


• Maintain accurate records, support audit programmes, and ensure compliance with corporate policies.


• Develop relationships with external service providers and lead contract management for procured corporate services.

What Skills You Need

• A relevant third-level qualification (minimum Level 7 NFQ) in Finance, Business, Management, or Public Administration.


• Minimum 3 years' experience in corporate operations, finance, administrative, or operational support.


• Experience in budget management, financial analysis, and the ability to deliver to strict deadlines.


• Strong organisational, planning and team leadership skills.


• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and service providers.

What's on Offer

• Competitive public sector Grade 7 salary: €61,217 (Entry Level) - €79,583.


• Permanent, pensionable position with incremental pay progression.


• Up to 60% remote working, flexible hours, and 25 days annual leave (increasing with tenure).


• Employer-sponsored academic education, paid study leave, and in-house training for personal development.


• Travel and Bike-to-Work schemes, onsite bike parking, and a dynamic, interactive work environment.

AHBRA is committed to equal opportunity and excellence in service delivery.