Business Operations Executive
About Us
We are a growing UK-based recruitment business specialising across Technology, Renewables and Engineering. Our focus is on delivering high-quality talent solutions while building long-term partnerships with clients and candidates.
As we scale, we’re looking for a Business Operations Executive who can act as the backbone of the business, owning internal operations, supporting our contract and driving marketing activity to continue building our brand.
The Role
This is a hybrid operations, marketing and contract support role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Keeping the business running smoothly day-to-day
- Supporting contractors and the contract recruitment desk
- Driving marketing activity to build brand presence and generate leads
Key Responsibilities
Business & Operations Support
- Assist leadership with strategic projects and growth initiatives
- Prepare reports, presentations, and business insights
- Support events, networking, and client engagement activities
- Oversee day-to-day running of the office and internal systems
- Support onboarding of new hires (contracts, systems, training coordination)
- Maintain compliance processes (GDPR, right-to-work, audit trails)
- Manage supplier relationships (IT, job boards, tools, etc.)
- Creating terms of business from existing templates
- Continuously improve internal processes to increase efficiency and scalability
Contract Desk Support
- Support the onboarding of contractors (contracts, compliance checks, documentation)
- Liaise with umbrella companies and limited company contractors
- Ensure all compliance is met (IR35 awareness, right-to-work, referencing)
- Manage timesheets and coordinate with payroll/finance
- Act as a point of contact for contractors during assignments
- Monitor contract renewals, extensions, and terminations
- Work closely with consultants to ensure smooth contractor placement and retention
Marketing & Brand Support
- Manage and grow company’s presence on LinkedIn and other platforms
- Work with the leadership team to create and schedule content
- Coordinate marketing campaigns (email, job ads, outreach campaigns)
- Creating bespoke client pitch decks alongside consultant
What We’re Looking For
Experience
- 2+ years in an office manager, operations, or recruitment support role
- Exposure to contract recruitment or contractor management is highly desirable
- Experience in recruitment, professional services, or a fast-paced SME environment
- Familiarity with CRM/ATS systems (Bullhorn) is a strong advantage
Skills
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Able to multitask and prioritise in a fast-moving environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable with social media and content creation
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to track and report on performance
Personality Fit
- Proactive and self-starting, you don’t wait to be told what to do
- Commercially aware, understands how recruitment businesses make money
- Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused
- Interested in growing with a scaling business
What We Offer
- Opportunity to play a key role in a growing recruitment company
- Flexible/hybrid working. 3 days in the office and 2 from home
- Supportive, entrepreneurial environment