Assistant Operation Manager in Halifax, Yorkshire

Talent Locker is working with a growing and well-established organisation to recruit an Assistant Operations Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a varied role and enjoys keeping a business running efficiently behind the scenes. Working alongside the Operations Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day running of the business.

From office operations and supplier management to HR administration, compliance, finance support and bid administration, you'll be at the heart of ensuring the business operates smoothly and efficiently. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work, and is always looking for ways to improve processes.

The Role

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the office and business operations
• Developing and maintaining office procedures and administrative systems
• Managing office supplies, procurement activities and supplier relationships
• Coordinating facilities, maintenance, office security and visitor management
• Maintaining company asset registers and operational records
• Organising meetings, company events and diary management
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal teams and external partners
• Producing professional reports, presentations and business documentation
• Supporting business compliance, health & safety and ISO documentation
• Assisting with budget tracking, invoice processing and office finance administration
• Supporting HR administration including onboarding, offboarding, training records and absence management
• Providing administrative support for tender submissions and bid activities
• Identifying opportunities to improve internal processes and operational efficiency

Your Experience

You'll be a highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to your work. You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience within an Operations, Office Management, Business Support or Senior Administration role
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a busy environment
• A proactive mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel
• Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation
• The ability to work independently whilst building strong relationships across the business
• A professional approach with the ability to handle confidential information

Desirable Experience

• Experience using CRM or operational management systems
• Google Workspace
• Procurement, facilities or inventory management
• HR administration or employment law knowledge
• Health & Safety administration
• Experience supporting tender or bid processes
• Producing reports and analysing operational information

Requirements

Due to the nature of the organisation's work, applicants must:

• Be a UK National
• Be eligible and willing to undergo Security Clearance (SC)
• Be willing to go into the office 5 days per week