Location: Glasgow
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, On-Site
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm
If you're organised, enjoy coordinating different activities and are ready to take on more responsibility, our Junior Operations Manager position offers an opportunity to develop your management skills in a professional business environment.
This is a hands-on role involving daily operations, project coordination, team communication and administrative oversight. You'll work alongside senior management, support ongoing business activities and gain practical experience in planning, organisation and operational management.
The position is suitable for candidates looking to build their careers in business operations and management. Initial training and ongoing guidance will be provided, with opportunities to take on greater responsibilities as your experience develops.
About the Company
We are a management consulting business based in Glasgow, supporting organisations with business planning, operational improvement and management-related projects.
Our work involves understanding business requirements, coordinating project activities and supporting the implementation of practical solutions. The team works across different functions to help maintain efficient operations, manage client projects and support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day running of business operations and internal processes.
- Assist with coordinating consulting projects, schedules and operational activities.
- Monitor project tasks and follow up on outstanding actions to support timely delivery.
- Communicate with colleagues, clients and external stakeholders as required.
- Help maintain accurate project records, reports and business documentation.
- Support the organisation of meetings, schedules and internal activities.
- Assist with monitoring operational performance and identifying areas for improvement.
- Coordinate information between teams to support effective communication.
- Help address routine operational issues and refer more complex matters to senior management.
- Gradually take on greater responsibility for project coordination and team activities.
Candidate Requirements
We're interested in applicants who:
- Have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Are organised and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
- Have an interest in business operations and management consulting.
- Can coordinate tasks and follow up on work effectively.
- Have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Are comfortable communicating with clients and colleagues.
- Can work independently while contributing to a wider team.
- Show initiative, reliability and a willingness to learn.
- Are open to feedback and developing their management capabilities.
A qualification in business management, operations, consulting or a related subject would be beneficial but is not essential. Previous experience in administration, project coordination, customer service or an operational role would be an advantage.
Training and Career Development
You'll receive practical training to develop your understanding of business operations, consulting project coordination, internal processes and team communication.
As you become more familiar with the role, you'll have opportunities to develop skills in operational planning, project monitoring, resource coordination and problem-solving.
With consistent performance and demonstrated capability, there may be opportunities to take on broader management responsibilities and progress within the business.
Benefits and Working Conditions
- Monday to Friday working schedule, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with weekends off.
- 28 days' paid annual leave, including bank holidays, based on a five-day working week.
- Workplace pension in line with statutory eligibility.
- Initial training and ongoing coaching to support professional development.
- Practical management experience across business operations and consulting projects.
- Opportunities for internal progression into more senior operational and management roles, subject to performance and business requirements.
- Collaborative working environment with regular guidance and support from experienced colleagues.
Application Process
If you're based in Glasgow or can reliably commute to the area and are interested in developing a career in business operations and management, we'd welcome your application.
Apply with your current CV through Indeed to be considered for the Junior Operations Manager position.
Pay: From £29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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