Business Operations Manager

F5 Networks; United States; Remote; USD 148,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 Networks is seeking a Business Operations Manager for their People & Culture team. This role focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness and strategic execution across P&C functions, which includes budget management and team engagement. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills and a background in Human Resources, dedicated to fostering a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in business operations or project management.
• Proven experience in budget management and financial analysis.
• Strong project management skills managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budget planning and tracking for P&C.
• Plan and execute global P&C team meetings.
• Manage special projects and initiatives for P&C.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Financial Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software/Tools

Job description

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation.

Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.

Business Operations Manager, People & Culture

About the Role:

The Business Operations Manager, People & Culture (P&C) is a pivotal role responsible for enhancing the operational effectiveness and strategic execution of our P&C organization. Reporting directly to the VP, People Strategy & Experience, you will act as a central coordination point for P&C, driving key operational functions including budget management, team engagement initiatives, and special projects. This role combines operational rigor with strategic support, acting as a ke y partner to the VP and ensuring the P&C team is well-equipped and organized to deliver on its commitments to the broader company. If you are a highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented individual with a passion for enabling high-performing teams, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact.

What You Will Do:

Budget Management & Financial Oversight:

Lead the annual budget planning process for the People & Culture organization in partnership with P&C leaders and Finance .

Manage and track the P&C budget throughout the year, providing regular reporting, variance analysis, and forecasting to the VP and P&C leadership.

Oversee vendor management and procurement processes for P&C related services and tools, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to budget.

Identify and recommend opportunities for cost optimization and resource allocation.

P&C Team Operations & Engagement:

Plan, coordinate, and execute engaging and informative monthly global People & Culture team meetings, including agenda development, content sourcing, speaker coordination, logistics , and follow-up on action items.

Develop and implement internal culture initiatives and programs aimed at fostering a strong, collaborative, and positive work environment within the People & Culture team.

Support internal P&C communications, ensuring the team is informed about key priorities, changes, and successes.

Strategic Support for VP, People Strategy & Experience:

Act as a key strategic partner and chief of staff to the VP, People Strategy & Experience.

Assist the VP in preparing for key meetings, developing presentations, drafting communications, and tracking progress against strategic priorities.

Manage the VP’s strategic calendar, ensuring effective time allocation for key initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

Facilitate P&C leadership meetings, including agenda setting, note-taking, and action item tracking.

Provide analytical support and insights to inform strategic decision-making.

Special Projects & Initiative Management:

Lead and manage a variety of special projects for the People & Culture organization, from initial scoping and planning through to execution and delivery.

Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders within P&C and across the company to drive project success.

Track project progress and provide regular updates to the VP and relevant stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence:

Proactively identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness within the P&C organization.

Develop, document, and implement streamlined processes, best practices, and standard operating procedures.

Support the implementation and optimization of P&C tools and technologies.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration , Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.

5-7 years of experience in a business operations , project management, chief of staff, or similar role, ideally with experience supporting an HR or People & Culture function.

Proven experience in budget management, financial analysis, and forecasting.

Strong project management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and drive them to successful completion.

Exceptional organizational skills , with meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and impactful messages for various audiences.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization .

Demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy, discretion, and confidentiality.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and project management software/tools.

A proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented mindset.

Bonus Qualifications:

Experience working in a fast-paced, global technology company or similar dynamic environment.

Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., HRIS, ATS) and financial planning tools.

Experience in change management or internal communications.

PMP or other relevant project management certification.

The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change.

The annual base pay for this position is: $148,130.00 - $222,194.00

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation.

Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.

Business Operations Manager, People & Culture

About the Role:

The Business Operations Manager, People & Culture (P&C) is a pivotal role responsible for enhancing the operational effectiveness and strategic execution of our P&C organization. Reporting directly to the VP, People Strategy & Experience, you will act as a central coordination point for P&C, driving key operational functions including budget management, team engagement initiatives, and special projects. This role combines operational rigor with strategic support, acting as a ke y partner to the VP and ensuring the P&C team is well-equipped and organized to deliver on its commitments to the broader company. If you are a highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented individual with a passion for enabling high-performing teams, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact.

What You Will Do:

Budget Management & Financial Oversight:

• Lead the annual budget planning process for the People & Culture organization in partnership with P&C leaders and Finance .

• Manage and track the P&C budget throughout the year, providing regular reporting, variance analysis, and forecasting to the VP and P&C leadership.

• Oversee vendor management and procurement processes for P&C related services and tools, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to budget.

• Identify and recommend opportunities for cost optimization and resource allocation.

P&C Team Operations & Engagement:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute engaging and informative monthly global People & Culture team meetings, including agenda development, content sourcing, speaker coordination, logistics , and follow-up on action items.

• Develop and implement internal culture initiatives and programs aimed at fostering a strong, collaborative, and positive work environment within the People & Culture team.

• Support internal P&C communications, ensuring the team is informed about key priorities, changes, and successes.

Strategic Support for VP, People Strategy & Experience:

• Act as a key strategic partner and chief of staff to the VP, People Strategy & Experience.

• Assist the VP in preparing for key meetings, developing presentations, drafting communications, and tracking progress against strategic priorities.

• Manage the VP’s strategic calendar, ensuring effective time allocation for key initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

• Facilitate P&C leadership meetings, including agenda setting, note-taking, and action item tracking.

• Provide analytical support and insights to inform strategic decision-making.

Special Projects & Initiative Management:

• Lead and manage a variety of special projects for the People & Culture organization, from initial scoping and planning through to execution and delivery.

• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders within P&C and across the company to drive project success.

• Track project progress and provide regular updates to the VP and relevant stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence:

• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness within the P&C organization.

• Develop, document, and implement streamlined processes, best practices, and standard operating procedures.

• Support the implementation and optimization of P&C tools and technologies.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration , Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.

• 5-7 years of experience in a business operations , project management, chief of staff, or similar role, ideally with experience supporting an HR or People & Culture function.

• Proven experience in budget management, financial analysis, and forecasting.

• Strong project management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and drive them to successful completion.

• Exceptional organizational skills , with meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and impactful messages for various audiences.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization .

• Demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy, discretion, and confidentiality.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and project management software/tools.

• A proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented mindset.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience working in a fast-paced, global technology company or similar dynamic environment.

• Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., HRIS, ATS) and financial planning tools.

• Experience in change management or internal communications.

• PMP or other relevant project management certification.

The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change.

The annual base pay for this position is: $148,130.00 - $222,194.00

F5 maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, geographic locations, and market conditions, as well as to reflect F5’s differing products, industries, and lines of business. The pay range referenced is as of the time of the job posting and is subject to change.

You may also be offered incentive compensation, bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits. More details about F5’s benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.f5.com/company/careers/benefits . F5 reserves the right to change or terminate any benefit plan without notice.

Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or @myworkday.com ) .

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination. F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates . Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job. Request by contacting [e-mail] .

About the company

F5, Inc. F5 is headquartered in Seattle, Washington in F5 Tower, with an additional 75 offices in 43 countries focusing on account management, global services support, product development, manufacturing, software engineering, and administrative jobs.

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