Business Operations Manager

Our client is a respected, values-led organisation delivering care, wellbeing, advocacy and community support services across the region. Following a period of transformation, they are seeking an experienced Business Operations Manager to drive performance, lead operational improvement and support the continued development of the organisation.

Reporting to the senior leadership team, you'll oversee day-to-day operations, lead senior managers and ensure services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with strategic objectives.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll drive performance, lead change, improve processes and help embed a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Working closely with senior stakeholders, board members and external partners, you'll play a key role in shaping the organisation's future direction.

Lead and develop high-performing teams

Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement

Monitor KPIs and organisational performance

Lead change and transformation initiatives

Ensure compliance, governance and risk management

Manage budgets and resources effectively

Build strong relationships with stakeholders, regulators and partners

We're looking for a proven operational leader with experience managing teams, driving organisational performance and leading change within a complex, service-led environment.

You'll be a strategic thinker and strong people leader, capable of balancing operational demands with long-term organisational goals.

We're particularly keen to hear from candidates with leadership experience within:

* Healthcare & Social Care

* Public Sector & Local Authorities

* Education & Training

* ALIOS & Regulated Care Environments

* Housing, Community & Third Sector Organisations

Applications are also welcomed from candidates with transferable operational leadership experience from other service-led organisations.

Generous annual leave allowance

Excellent pension scheme

Flexible & hybrid working options

Opportunity to influence strategy and drive meaningful change

Supportive, values-led culture

Make a genuine difference to local communities and service users

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