Operations Manager

2 days ago


Hermitage, United Kingdom Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join our team at Cognita Schools. As a key member of the School Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, smooth, and efficient running of our schools, allowing our teachers and academic staff to focus on delivering an outstanding education.

As Operations Manager, you will establish strong relationships with stakeholders, including school-based colleagues, headteachers, parents, and finance colleagues. You will work closely with the finance team to inform and track against school budgets and observe core finance processes linked to reporting, invoicing, and debt collection.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a multi-disciplinary team with a commercial and operational focus
  • Establish strong relationships with stakeholders, including school-based colleagues, headteachers, parents, and finance colleagues
  • Work closely with the finance team to inform and track against school budgets and observe core finance processes linked to reporting, invoicing, and debt collection
  • Ensure the safe, smooth, and efficient running of the school
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will have experience leading a multi-disciplinary team with a commercial and operational focus. You will also have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deliver accurate and clear communications in writing, face-to-face, or by telephone.

You must be able to plan, organise, and prioritise a heavy workload, and have the ability to work on your own initiative with limited supervision. Additionally, you will have the ability to manage concurrent projects and priorities.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Pension
  • School fee discount
  • Exclusive third-party discounts
  • Professional Development


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