perations Manager
*Annual Salary: £23,500 - £27,000
*Location: Sutton, Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)
*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reed HR is seeking an organised, proactive, and detail-driven Operations Manager to support HR and operational functions within a busy environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys variety, and can manage multiple tasks and deadlines. The successful candidate will need an in-date Passport and be willing to travel abroad for work, including to locations such as Guinea and Argentina.
Day-to-day of the role:
Contractor & Assignment Support
*Arrange and book flights worldwide; maintain flight tracker.
*Coordinate and book medicals aligned with client/project needs.
*Manage and submit work permit and visa applications.
*Obtain and verify references.
HR Administration
*Prepare, draft, and issue Contracts of Employment and Contracts for Services.
*Manage contract addendums, renewals, and ad-hoc HR documents (employment verifications, visa support letters, employer statements).
*Support internal and external onboarding.
Operations & Compliance
*Provide administrative support for internal audits.
*Assist with ISO 9001 & ISO 27001 accreditation maintenance.
*Manage and track company contracts and subscriptions.
Sales & Business Support
*Support sales team with editing/updating sales PDFs and materials.
*Prepare documents and reports for operational and commercial activity.
Required Skills & Qualifications
*Experience in HR administration, operations, or contractor support.
*Understanding of compliance, documentation, and onboarding.
*Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
*Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
*Proficient with MS Office.
*Experience with international contractors/visas (desirable).
*Fluent in French and/or Spanish (desirable).
*Basic understanding of onboarding and compliance needs in recruitment.
*Minimum 1 year experience in an admin/operational/entry-level HR role.
*Willingness to travel frequently, potentially as often as once a month.
*Quick learner, ability to multi-task, works well under pressure.
*Flexibility to support contractor needs out of hours, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
*Hybrid working model.
*Supportive team culture.
*Opportunities for career development.
*EV salary sacrifice scheme.
*20 days holiday + bank holidays.
*Casual dress code.
*Company events.
*Company pension.
*Work from home flexibility.
To apply for this Operations Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.