Business Operations Coordinator

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We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to support operational and compliance functions across the business. This role involves managing commercial and legal documentation, supporting board activities, refining processes, and ensuring efficient reporting and information flow.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Maintain and track lease agreements and related internal documentation
- Report business rates related matters to third parties
- Ensure the organisation’s legal, commercial and corporate documents are filed appropriately
- Assist the Board of Directors through compiling board packs and minutes
- Manage the onboarding process of new team members
- Liaise professionally with external stakeholders such as the local council, VOA, rates advisors, and legal teams
- Assist with the daily operation of our facilities, this will include some ad hoc reception cover and other similar duties as required

**Essential Skills & Experience**:

- Strong working knowledge of tools such as Adobe, DocuSign, Excel, and/or Google Sheets
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and a drive to refine processes
- Clear and professional communicator, both written and verbal
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Efficient time management and prioritisation skills

**Desirable Skills & Experience**:

- Understanding of commercial leases and service charges

**Location**:
The role will be based primarily at Science Creates - Old Market, but will also include work from our other office at Science Creates - St Philips. There will be some flexibility for remote working.

Working Hours:
Full time working hours are 40 per week. We are also open to part time applicants
- minimum of 24 hours per week.

What we'll offer in return
- A friendly and progressive working environment where personal and professional development is supported
- 25 days holiday per year (increasing by 1 day each year up to 30 days) in addition to bank holidays
- Annual salary reviews
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- A stylish, modern work environment with a fun and welcoming team
- 3% employer pension contribution with pension salary sacrifice options
- Cycle to work scheme
- Real opportunities for continuous learning, personal development and career progression as the company grows

What next?

At Science Creates we are open, respectful, and inclusive. We believe in the power of diversity and strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society. Our focus is purely on your experience and skills.

What is Science Creates?

Founded in 2015 by Deep Tech founders seeking the resources needed to grow their own startups, Science Creates is a Deep Tech ecosystem that supports and empowers scientists and engineers to build world-class startups that can significantly improve the health of people and the planet.

Through its four key pillars—Incubators (lab space), Venture Capital, Platform (community, programmes & partnerships), and Outreach (STEM charity & public engagement)—Science Creates aims to transform scientific and engineering breakthroughs into groundbreaking products.

By scaling these pillars, Science Creates envisions establishing a national, founder-led ecosystem that nurtures thousands of startups, creating a culture of entrepreneurship within UK academia and leveraging advanced technology to lead the 4th industrial revolution, transforming the UK economy, accelerating global sustainability, and improving the health of millions worldwide.

Advert closing date: 10th July

Interview dates: 15th and 16th July