Operations Manager, Creative Studio, 12 month maternity contract. Starts May 2026. London

Ready to be the operational heartbeat of a buzzing creative studio? We''re looking for a sharp, proactive Operations Manager to keep a fast paced, design driven business running at full tilt during a 12 month maternity cover. You''ll be the go to problem solver, the calm in the chaos, and the person who makes sure everything behind the scenes works beautifully - from finance and HR to IT, facilities, and project support. If you love variety, thrive on organisation, and enjoy being at the centre of a creative ecosystem, you''ll feel right at home. There''s also the chance to support a potential office move in early 2027 - perfect for someone who enjoys logistics, planning, and making big things happen. What You''ll Own • Keeping operational systems, processes, and compliance running smoothly • Overseeing IT providers and ensuring the studio''s tech setup is seamless • Supporting finance: cash flow, reporting, bookkeeping oversight, VAT/Tax coordination • Provide secondary leadership oversight around onboarding and HR issues and HR systems • Helping shape bids, marketing activity, and website updates • Coordinating project invoicing, reporting, and PM tools • Preparing agendas and action lists for leadership meetings • Playing a key role in planning a future office relocation What You Bring • Experience in operations within a creative, consultancy, or SME environment • Strong grounding in finance admin, governance, and facilities • Confidence managing external IT providers • ..... full job details .....