Operations Manager
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Posted on:
30-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Operations Manager
Location: Carlisle
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:45am 5:00pm
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent
Were recruiting for an Operations Manager to join a growing and ambitious business based in Carlisle. Reporting to the Managing Director GRC and CEO this role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of the office supporting people management and driving operational efficiency. This is a permanent role offering long-term career development and the chance to contribute to a business experiencing consistent year-on-year growth.
Key responsibilities:
Operations & Office Management
Apply today or for more information contact Simon Kean on or email
NXT Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role you agree to our terms conditions and privacy policy which can be found on our website.
Location: Carlisle
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:45am 5:00pm
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent
Were recruiting for an Operations Manager to join a growing and ambitious business based in Carlisle. Reporting to the Managing Director GRC and CEO this role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of the office supporting people management and driving operational efficiency. This is a permanent role offering long-term career development and the chance to contribute to a business experiencing consistent year-on-year growth.
Key responsibilities:
Operations & Office Management
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the Carlisle office including facilities procurement and general administration
- Implement and maintain office policies procedures and systems
- Support onboarding recruitment and induction of new staff
- Ensure company policies standards and processes are upheld across the business
- Monitor operational metrics budgets and costs to support business performance
- Coordinate projects workflow and resource allocation across departments
- Be proactive in identifying opportunities for operational improvements
- Conduct team reviews appraisals and one-to-one meetings to support professional development
- Assist Heads of Departments with recruitment campaigns including applicant screening and interview coordination
- Manage annual leave requests bonuses and staff records
- Perform right-to-work ID and DBS checks for new employees
- Conduct exit interviews and ensure feedback is captured to improve processes
- Foster a positive and collaborative team culture aligned with company values
- Provide guidance and support on HR matters ensuring compliance with policies and best practice
- Stand and present to groups of staff as required
- Communicate effectively with senior management and colleagues providing updates and recommendations
- Be open to new ideas contributing proactively to company initiatives
- Support senior leadership in delivering strategic objectives while following company line
- Proven experience in operations and office management (industry background not essential)
- Strong people management skills and commercial awareness
- Excellent organisational planning and problem-solving abilities
- Confident presenting to groups and communicating at all levels
- Loyal proactive and solution-focused with a willingness to contribute ideas
- Good understanding of HR processes (formal qualification not essential)
- Highly organised flexible and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- 5% company pension contribution
- Profit-share scheme
- 3x death in service
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Opportunity for career progression within a growing business with a minimum 15% year-on-year turnover increase
Apply today or for more information contact Simon Kean on or email
NXT Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role you agree to our terms conditions and privacy policy which can be found on our website.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Six Sigma
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Outlook
- Analysis Skills
- Warehouse Management System
- Operations Management
- Kaizen
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Retail Management
About Company
NXT Recruitment works with employers & candidates from a multitude of sectors all across Carlisle & Cumbria. Contact us to begin your journey today.
