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Your new company

An intimate and dynamic advisory firm focused on delivering exceptional client service and strategic growth.

Work Pattern
Hybrid
4 day week considered

Your new role

• Take full ownership of our operational and support functions, enabling the CEO to focus on growth and client delivery.
• Oversee a wide range of areas including finance, HR, property, compliance, IT, and supplier management.
• Prepare monthly reporting packs and manage agendas for senior meetings.
• Coordinate HR processes such as recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Manage office property matters, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.
• Maintain statutory compliance, company records, and regulatory requirements including GDPR and health & safety.
• Oversee IT systems and outsourced providers, ensuring security and efficiency.
• Organise firm-wide events, including away days and team gatherings.
• Drive process improvements, resolve operational issues proactively, and ensure smooth day-to-day business operations.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience managing operations across finance, HR, compliance, and IT within a small business environment.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working with outsourced suppliers and managing contracts.
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and trustworthiness.
• Adaptable, proactive, and solutions-focused approach with sound judgement.
• Familiarity with financial systems and process improvement; knowledge of Xero and Microsoft Dynamics CRM is desirable.

What you'll get in return

• Bonus schemes available
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Equity Incentive
• Private Health Cover
• Death in Service & Income Protection
• Workplace Pension Scheme

What you need to do now

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