Senior Operations Manager
Bandon
Business Services Manager (Part-Time – 20 hours per week)
Location: Bandon | Established SME
Overview
Our client, a well-run and growing SME based in Bandon, is seeking an experienced Business Services Manager to take ownership of core office, administrative, and operational functions.
This is a senior part-time role, suited to candidates who have led teams, managed operations, or run their own business or department. The successful individual will be comfortable operating with autonomy, making decisions, and setting professional standards across the organisation.
This role will not suit entry-level or junior administrators.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day office operations and business administration
Manage invoicing, purchasing, documentation, and financial controls
Act as a senior point of contact for suppliers, service providers, and internal teams
Lead sourcing and procurement activities
Support contract and tender administration
Own staff onboarding, training coordination, and compliance records
Provide strategic oversight of logistics arrangements, suppliers, and processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and continuity rather than day-to-day execution.
Coordinate internal and external events, meetings, and training sessions
Provide structured operational support to senior management
Ensure the business runs efficiently, compliantly, and without operational bottlenecks
Candidate Profile
Recruiters should note: this role requires proven business or operational leadership experience or owner-manager experience
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience managing teams, functions, or operations within a structured organisation or running their own business
Strong commercial and organisational judgement
Confidence working independently in a trusted role
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with Sage (or similar systems) and Microsoft Office
A hands-on but strategic mindset
Role Details
Part-time: 20 hours per week Hours can be spread across 4–5 days (to be agreed)
Senior operational role with real responsibility and autonomy
Competitive hourly rate, reflecting experience €35 to €40/hr
Candidates must be comfortable operating at a senior level within a small business environment. Applications will be assessed on experience and judgement rather than job titles.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
Flexitime
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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