377 Operations Manager jobs in London

About The Role

The role

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager with fantastic attention to detail for our school. This is an exciting opportunity to join a truly exceptional senior team and provide strategic leadership on HR, office management, site and contractor management and projects. If you are an ambitious and driven individual with a passion for high quality systems and processes, this is the job for you. 

This is a varied and exciting role where your contribution will greatly impact the operational success of our school. You will lead our planned capital projects as well as offering integral operations expertise and support across the school. The role operates on a 52 weeks per year contract, with 25 days annual leave per annum.

What’s special about this role?

This newly created role falls within the school leadership team, providing day to day and strategic oversight and leadership for Operations. Key aspects of the role include, but are not limited to, HR, building operations, health and safety, capital projects, IT, community usage, catering and cleaning contract administration and operational support across the school.

Who are we looking for?

Across school life, we embed high aspirations and a growth mindset in all of our children. We believe that every single child who joins us has the potential to be knowledgeable, articulate and successful. It’s important this resonates with all candidates. Equally important is subject expertise and knowledge, transferable skills and experience.

Why will you love our school?

There are lots of reasons! We’re lucky to be based in a brand-new building with top class facilities. We serve a wonderfully diverse community - we are non-denominational, mixed gender and two fifths of our pupils receive pupil premium funding. We’re led by our values - Aim High, Have Integrity, Be Kind and Model Determination and our team truly unite behind our vision. Curriculum is incredibly important to us and we’ve planned backwards from university readiness to give our pupils the very best in every subject discipline. We timetable collaborative planning and love to engage in ‘productive struggle’. Every team member is supported with coaching and tailored professional development, whatever stage they are at in their career. Our extended school day (we finish at 4pm four days a week and earlier on Wednesday) allows us to offer a broad, rich curriculum and timetabled enrichment for every child - but we never have meetings after school. Our team say: ‘All staff are incredibly supportive and positive, and it is a great environment to work in’.
Read more about our school here
Click here to see our school in action
Click here to read our Ofsted report from September 2023 

Benefits

• Bespoke professional development to all team members
• Opportunity to plan and moderate with colleagues in the same discipline, beyond our own school gates.
• Breadth of opportunities - many of our team have taken on leadership roles progressing from one of our sister schools.
• Benefits beyond the classroom including everything from shopping discounts to a supportive and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ 

About Us

We are non-denominational, mixed gender school based in a brand-new building with top class facilities. We serve a wonderfully diverse community and two fifths of our pupils receive pupil premium funding. 

We’re led by our values - Aim High, Have Integrity, Be Kind and Model Determination and our team truly unite behind our vision. Curriculum is incredibly important to us and we’ve planned backwards from university readiness to give our pupils the very best in every subject discipline.

We timetable collaborative planning and love to engage in ‘productive struggle’. Every team member is supported with coaching and tailored professional development, whatever stage they are at in their career. Our extended school day (we finish at 4 four days a week and earlier on Wednesday) allows us to offer a broad, rich curriculum and timetabled enrichment for every child - but we never have meetings after school. Our team say: ‘All staff are incredibly supportive and positive, and it is a great environment to work in’.

See our school in action here and hear what our staff have to say about why they love working at our school here.

Visit arkpioneer.org/jobs to learn more about us. 

Diversity and inclusion:

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.

Safeguarding statement:

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.

P lease note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience. 

Are you an organised, hands on Operations Manager with a passion for operational excellence and retail? We're looking for a proactive and reliable Operations Manager to join an expanding retailer in Central London.

As our Operations Manager , you'll take ownership of the stockroom and back-of-house operations , managing a dedicated team of up to 7 stockroom assistants . Your focus will be on ensuring that all stock processes, compliance and operations run smoothly and efficiently from deliveries and replenishment to organisation.

You'll also play a key role in supporting the sales floor during busy trading periods, working closely with store leadership to drive exceptional customer service and seamless operations.

• Lead, manage, and develop a stockroom team

• Oversee all stockroom operations, including deliveries, stock replenishment, stocktakes, and compliance

• Maintain accurate stock levels and ensure efficient stock flow to the shop floor

• Support the sales floor team during peak trade times (weekends, holidays, and promotional periods)

• Collaborate with Store and Assistant Managers to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the store

• Champion health & safety, cleanliness, and operational standards in all back-of-house areas

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency

• Previous experience in an operations, stock, or logistics role within a retail environment

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing or supervising a team

• Excellent organisational and time management abilities

• A proactive, solutions-focused attitude

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

• Flexible and willing to support across all areas of the store when required

• Be part of a supportive, high-performing team in a prime Central London location

• Work in a dynamic retail environment where no two days are the same

• Opportunities for personal development and career progression

• Staff discounts and additional benefits

Ready to take the next step in your retail career?
Apply now and bring your operational expertise to this flagship Central London store

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An Operations Manager is urgently required for a new job in North London.

An exciting new job has arisen for an Operations Manager, based in North London to work for an exciting organisation specialising in the design and manufacture of high performance flat panel X-ray detectors and image sensors.

The Operations Manager located in North London will hold overall responsibility for the Operational Management, Production & Supply Chain within an advance electronics manufacturing environment.

The ideal Operations Manager, based in North London will have previous experience oversee daily manufacturing operations, including production planning, scheduling, purchasing and logistics. They will also need a strong understanding of lean / continuous improvement activities such as six sigma methodologies for process improvements.

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Waites Recruitment Consultancy are working with a client who is seeking to hire an Operations Manager,The ideal candidate will have a strong background in residential construction projects, including extensions, loft conversions, refurbishments, and new builds, this is a FULL TIME role base in North London and Hertfordshire.

We are looking to conduct interviews right away, this is a fantastic opportunity.

Job Title: Operations Manager

Location: North London and Hertfordshire

About Us:

My Client is a dynamic and growing company specializing in residential extensions, loft conversions, full refurbishments, and new builds. We are committed to delivering high-quality projects and exceptional service to our clients. As we expand, we seek ambitious and driven individuals who want to contribute to our growth and success.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in residential construction projects, including extensions, loft conversions, refurbishments, and new builds. This role requires a collaborative team player who can effectively organize and manage teams, work closely with the commercial department, and ensure seamless operations as we take on new projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day operations of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

Collaborate with the commercial team to schedule and book jobs, ensuring efficient resource allocation and project flow.

Manage and organize teams on-site, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Maintain excellent communication with clients, addressing any concerns and providing updates on project progress.

Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and drive company growth.

Monitor project performance and implement improvements as necessary.

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team, encouraging professional development and innovation.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as an Operations Manager or similar role in the construction industry, specifically in residential projects (extensions, loft conversions, refurbishments, new builds).

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

A growth-driven mindset with a passion for driving the company forward.

Knowledge of construction processes, regulations, and best practices.

Proficiency in project management software and tools.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

A supportive and collaborative work environment.

The chance to be part of a growing company and make a significant impact on its success.

If you are an ambitious and motivated individual looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving construction company, we want to hear from you!

Operations Manager (Contract Role)

London, Hybrid

Up £60,000

The company

An award winning skincare brand that is currently on a serious growth trajectory, with very exciting future plans. They sell across the globe, both D2C and retail, but they are looking for someone to focus on and head up the UK operations. This will be a standalone role and you will be working on a self employed basis.

What's on offer

• Occasional travel to UK Distributors
• Hours are 8am to 4.30pm
• Free products
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Extended maternity/paternity/adoption leave

What will you do as the Operations Manager

• Generate and update Order Fill Rate and On Time reports and monitor KPIs
• Manage inventory records and own supply chain trouble shooting  
• Work closely with UK Distributors, overseeing customer orders and EDI portals
• Support with Merchandising and UK Promotions across retail stores
• Track orders, liaise with 3PL and log POD’s
• Streamline processes for the UK ready for team expansion

What do you need to be the Operations Manager

• Must have worked in a fast paced FMCG SME / start up
• Advanced on Excel, NetSuite would be advantageous
• Dynamic, resilient and have high energy
• Had a previous role at Manager level with full operations accountability
• Happy to work on a self employed basis

Job Number 9968

Our client are specialist providers in managing Heat Network/District Heating with over 50 years of delivering energy-efficient and sustainable solutions. They are seeking an Operations Manager to lead a portfolio of high-density Heat Networks in London, driving operational excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction.

The role requires hands-on leadership, building trusted client and team relationships, and embedding new ways of working into service models to deliver greater value and efficiency.

The Operations Manager will be able to provide client management informs of commercial and technical support. Additionally, you will have a team of engineers and an admin team to support the operations.

In the short term, the Operations Manager will focus on building strong relationships with both teams and clients, ensuring contract delivery, reducing downtime, and refreshing asset documentation. Over the medium term, the role aims to strengthen retention, achieve excellent customer satisfaction, mobilise new sites, and embed innovation. In the long term, the focus will shift to growing the portfolio, developing future leaders, supporting decarbonisation, and driving automation of monitoring systems.

• Proven HVAC/engineering experience with strong operational & commercial acumen.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Technology-literate (CAFM, MS Office) with H&S certification.
• Full UK driving licence

• Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 with company performances bonus
• Pension: 4% employer contribution
• Holiday: 23 days + bank/public holidays.
• Car Allowance: Business travel and fuel expenses.
• Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday - hybrid working

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Our client are specialist providers in managing Heat Network/District Heating with over 50 years of delivering energy-efficient and sustainable solutions. They are seeking an Operations Manager to lead a portfolio of high-density Heat Networks in London, driving operational excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction.

The role requires hands-on leadership, building trusted client and team relationships, and embedding new ways of working into service models to deliver greater value and efficiency.

The Operations Manager will be able to provide client management informs of commercial and technical support. Additionally, you will have a team of engineers and an admin team to support the operations.

In the short term, the Operations Manager will focus on building strong relationships with both teams and clients, ensuring contract delivery, reducing downtime, and refreshing asset documentation. Over the medium term, the role aims to strengthen retention, achieve excellent customer satisfaction, mobilise new sites, and embed innovation. In the long term, the focus will shift to growing the portfolio, developing future leaders, supporting decarbonisation, and driving automation of monitoring systems.

• Proven HVAC/engineering experience with strong operational & commercial acumen.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Technology-literate (CAFM, MS Office) with H&S certification.
• Full UK driving licence

• Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 with company performances bonus
• Pension: 4% employer contribution
• Holiday: 23 days + bank/public holidays.
• Car Allowance: Business travel and fuel expenses.
• Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday - hybrid working

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Operations Manager

Location:  Woking, Surrey
Employment Type:  Full-time, Site-Based
Industry:  GMP Pharmaceutical / Medical Device / Healthcare

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Operations Manager to lead operations at a Woking pharmaceutical production site. This is a fully site-based role, ideal for a strategic leader with a strong engineering understanding and proven management experience in a GMP-regulated environment - whether pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring compliance with GMP standards.
• Direct line management of the Production Manager  and Quality Control Manager .
• Indirect leadership of a wider cross-functional team of around 30 site-based staff across production, quality, and engineering.
• Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and site performance.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align site goals with broader business objectives.
• Ensure robust engineering practices are embedded across the site.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a GMP-regulated  setting.
• Background in pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare manufacturing .
• Strong understanding of engineering principles  and their application in a regulated production environment.
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams, both directly and indirectly.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Comfortable working in a fully site-based  role.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic and growing organisation.
• A collaborative and quality-focused work environment.

Key Words:

Site manager, management, general manager, engineering, operations, operational, GMP, good manufacturing practice, production, project, validation, SOP, ISO, healthcare, pharma, pharmaceutical, medical device.

• Leading Grocery Retailer based in Dagenham
• Looking for an experienced Operations Manager to manage a fast paced, highly pressurised operation in Dagenham.

My client is a leading Grocery Retailer based in Dagenham and they're looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead a fast paced, highly pressurised operation in Dagenham.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing warehouse and production operations within the Dagenham distribution centre.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the site, ensuring smooth performance across all functions while delivering exceptional service to customers. You'll be responsible for achieving and surpassing objectives in safety, quality, financial outcomes, and on-time delivery.

A key part of the role is leading and coaching a team of shift leaders, equipping them with the skills, resources, and guidance needed to manage their teams effectively and achieve operational excellence.

You'll champion health and safety, drive continuous improvement, and actively promote employee engagement. By cultivating a high-performing, positive workplace culture, you'll not only deliver strong business results but also support the growth and development of future leaders.

Your accountability will include meeting customer KPIs consistently, enhancing efficiency through proactive planning, audits, and reporting, and collaborating closely with the planning team to align demand with logistical capabilities.

In addition, you'll strengthen customer partnerships by providing reliable, high-quality service and ensuring strict adherence to company policies, procedures, and industry regulations. This role is an excellent fit for an experienced operations manager who thrives in dynamic environments, is passionate about people development, and is driven to deliver outstanding results.

We're looking for someone with a solid track record in operational leadership, ideally gained within a dynamic, multi-channel 3PL environment. You'll have hands-on experience managing teams, with a natural ability to coach, mentor, and bring out the best in others. Confident in making sound decisions, you'll also be comfortable building strong relationships and working effectively with colleagues across all levels of the business.

Success in this role will require excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. You'll be someone who thrives in fast-moving, people-centric settings, with the drive and resilience to navigate challenges while staying focused on results.

Experience of working within a Food, Drinks or Grocery environment is essential.

50,000 - 60,000 + benefits

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.