Operations Support Specialist in Chennai

Gfw; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to shape an international project

Varied operational responsibilities

Long-term growth potential

Supportive international team

Job summary

An international education provider is seeking an Operations Support Specialist in Chennai. This role involves coordinating language courses, assisting with operational tasks, and supporting administrative processes. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in operations or project coordination, be fluent in English, and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a varied role with opportunities for growth within an inspiring international team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in operations or project coordination.
• Reliable and independent working style.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.
• Strong communication and intercultural skills.
• Good PC and MS Office skills.
• Based in Chennai.
• The opportunity to shape an international project from the start.
• A varied role with operational responsibilities.
• Long-term cooperation with potential for growth and development.
• A supportive and inspiring international team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan language courses and programs.
• Assist in organizing and scheduling school offerings.
• Support day-to-day operations and administrative processes.
• Act as local point of contact.
• Assist with coordination tasks and communication.
• Supporting the implementation of operational processes and structures on site.

Skills

Customer service

Project coordination

Communication skills

Intercultural competence

MS Office

English proficiency

German language (adv)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

speakeasy Berlin and GfW Weiterbildung are leading providers of language education and vocational training in Germany. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and international cooperation, we are continuously expanding our reach beyond borders. Together, we are preparing the further development of our activities in India, aimed at building long-term, sustainable partnerships and impactful educational solutions.

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Operations Support Specialist in Chennai to support the ongoing development of our local operations.

In this role, you will combine hands-on customer service responsibilities with operational and organizational support, playing an important part in the day-to-day functioning and further development of our locations.

Website: https://www.gfw.education/

• Coordinate and plan language courses and programs
• Assist in organizing and scheduling school offerings
• Supporting day-to-day operations and administrative processes
• Acting as a local point of contact and supporting the establishment & development
• Assisting with coordination tasks, communication, and internal workflows
• Supporting the implementation of operational processes and structures on site
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience, ideally in operations or project coordination
• Structured, reliable, and independent working style
• Fluent in English, German is an advantage
• Strong communication skills and intercultural competence
• Good PC and MS Office skills
• Based in Chennai
• The opportunity to shape an international project from the start
• A varied role with operational responsibilities
• Long-term cooperation with potential for growth and development
• A supportive and inspiring international team

We look forward to receiving your application. Please send us a brief message outlining your background and motivation – we are eager to get to know you and discuss potential next steps.