Our client a growing consultancy delivering global learning and leadership programmes is seeking an Operations Manager to drive operational excellence during a period of exciting expansion and integration. In this newly created role youll lead a high-performing operations/customer success team enhance systems and processes across two established brands and play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding client experiences for some of the worlds leading organisations. This role suits a strategic thinker who thrives in hands-on environments and has a passion for building scalable operations that deliver impact.
Our client is open to a full-time or part-time employee for this role.
Lead the operations function across the group reporting to the Managing Director
Oversee end-to-end delivery of global L&D programmes and executive-level simulations
Line-manage a small team of Programme Managers
Develop team capabilities through coaching objective setting and performance reviews
Ensure efficient resource and capacity planning to support high-quality client delivery
Standardise workflows and systems where appropriate while allowing for brand-specific needs
Lead adoption and optimisation of project management CRM and delivery platforms
Drive automation and data improvements to enhance reporting coordination and efficiency
Oversee coordination of a global network of external facilitators
Manage onboarding contracting and scheduling across time zones
Champion the experience of external partners ensuring alignment with organisational values
Serve as a key member of the Leadership Team influencing business-wide strategy
Collaborate with Finance and Commercial leaders to align operations with growth goals
Qualifications
Not Specified
Education
Degree or equivalent experience required Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 or Agile) desirable but not essential
Experience
510 years experience in senior operations delivery or programme leadership roles Background in L&D executive education training consultancy or professional services Experience in fast-paced or founder-led businesses ideally during periods of growth or transformation Proven track record of improving systems and leading cross-functional teams Experience working with CRMs project management tools and delivery platforms Familiarity with LMS SCORM or digital learning tools (desirable)
Skills
Strong leadership and team management skills
Highly organised with excellent project and programme management ability
Confident in using tech to streamline operations and improve workflows
Commercially minded with the ability to align operations to strategic goals
Clear communicator both written and verbal with excellent interpersonal skills
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving complex problems collaboratively
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