Executive Administrator (Operations Manager)

OLIVER | The Brandtech Group; Manila; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

OLIVER | The Brandtech Group in Manila, Philippines seeks an Executive Administrator / Operations Manager. You will drive data reporting, resource planning, billing, and studio logistics, collaborating with Studio Leads, Account Management, Finance and Recruitment to protect profitability.

Full-time, on-site role requiring strong English, exceptional organisation, and proactive communication. Experience in advertising admin or accounting is a plus, with a passion for AI and new technologies.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and related software.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Clear, proactive communication with studio leads, account management, and finance.
• Experience in accounting/administration within an advertising agency is a plus.
• Passion for and curiosity about AI and new technologies.
• Ability to learn and adapt to AI tools when needed.

Responsibilities

• Own creation of mandatory reports ensuring accuracy, timeliness and version control.
• Maintain monthly time/credit-tracking system with Clients and reconcile credits.
• Aggregate and validate data from timesheets and project trackers; prepare executive-ready reports and dashboards.
• Build templates, trackers and dashboards to automate reporting.
• Coordinate resource plans, scheduling with Recruitment, and provide headcount forecasts.
• Manage onboarding logistics for new hires and contractors; ensure timesheet compliance.
• Prepare client invoices and supporting documentation; align with POs and project records.
• Coordinate supplier payments and co-working space arrangements; support visa and travel logistics.

Skills

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision‑making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Executive Administrator (Operations Manager)

Location: Manila, Philippines

About the role:

We are seeking a proactive, highly organised Executive Administrator / Operations Manager to join our agency.

This role sits at the intersection of data, finance, resource planning and studio logistics: you will own mandatory management information reporting and project data, ensure completed work is uploaded to client systems (DCH and other client‑specific repositories), manage billing and supplier payments, mobilise logistical support for the studio and project teams (workspace, visas, travel, team events) and manage day‑to‑day resource coordination.

You will work closely with the Studio Leads, Account Management, Finance, and Recruitment to keep operations running smoothly and to protect project profitability.

What you will be doing:

Data & reporting:

• Own creation of mandatory reports ensuring accuracy, timeliness and version control.
• Maintain the monthly time/credit‑tracking system with Clients, reconcile credits and elevate discrepancies.
• Aggregate and validate data from timesheets, project trackers and QBR inputs; consolidate into executive‑ready reports and dashboards.
• Build and maintain standard templates, trackers and dashboards to automate and speed reporting.
• Respond to ad‑hoc data requests

Resource management & recruitment coordination:

• Maintain resource plans and capacity trackers
• Coordinate schedules with Recruitment (interview/offer timelines, start dates, contractor lead times) and provide timely headcount/forecast data to support hiring.
• Manage onboarding logistics for new hires and contractors
• Ensure timesheet compliance
• Ensure team and freelance contracts are in place
• Upload completed work and deliverables to Client platform and other client content systems according to client naming conventions, metadata and QA requirements.
• Coordinate any client‑specific upload workflows and ensure handover notes/documentation are completed.
• Prepare and submit client invoices and supporting documentation; ensure invoices are aligned with POs and project records.
• Track missing or late client POs and work with Account teams to secure approval to bill.
• Process and coordinate supplier payments with Finance.
• Coordinate co ‑ working space arrangements and payments, manage supplier relationships and bookings.
• Support visa and travel logistics for team deployments (compile documents, lodge applications or coordinate with immigration support, track status).
• Book and manage flights, accommodation and ground travel for work trips, ensuring best value and compliance with travel policy.
• Organise team gatherings, on‑site logistics and ad‑hoc studio needs (equipment, office maintenance, asset tracking).

Contract & documentation support:

• Prepare contracts, acceptance reports and standard paperwork using templates; perform basic checks before dispatch.
• Maintain document libraries, ensure correct filing and version control across operations and client deliverables.
• Liaise with Operations/Finance to ensure required documentation is available for payments and audits.

What you need to be great in this role:

• The ability to effectively and proactively manage and coordinate with Studio leads, account management, finance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Full‑time availability is required.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with office equipment such as printers and scanners (training will be provided if needed).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior experience in accounting/administration within an advertising agency is a plus.
• Passion for and inquisitive about AI and new technologies
• Understanding and knowledge of AI tools is beneficial, but ability to learn and digest benefits and features of AI tools is critical

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti‑racist across our community, clients and creations

Our recruitment process does not employ artificial intelligence for selection. We use AI to support efficiency and consistency, not to replace human judgement.Candidate evaluation and selection are conducted without AI‑supported screening or decision‑making. We are committed to a fair, thoughtful, and equitable experience for every candidate.

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science‑based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.