Operations Manager - Creative Studio (12 month maternity contract - starting May 2026)

About Them

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.

About You

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

•            Working knowledge of Xero

•            A natural organiser with excellent communication skills

•            Calm, collaborative energy, even when things get busy

•            Experience supporting or managing an office move

Salary & Location

£50,000-£55,000 depending on experience + benefits

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Please send your CV to enquiries@fourteenpeople.com

At Fourteen People, we are committed to offering equal opportunities to all candidates regardless of race, religion,  gender, sexuality, disability, age or any other protected characteristics. We understand there is still much to be done as we partner with our clients to create and improve robust recruitment processes that will improve diversity equity and inclusion in the workplace.

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