Head of Business Operations and Assurance

6 days ago

Bristol, United Kingdom Nova Systems Full time

Head of Business Operations and Assurance   

Full Time

Bristol

Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions company, with strategically located offices in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. We play a key part in keeping the global community safe. We pride ourselves in being responsive to our customers and are committed to delivering our solutions in a timely way. Small enough to care, big enough to matter, we leverage the benefits of scale for our clients. 

What makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people, its where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems we see things differently. We bring (and take) a different perspective. 

Our Vision - Smart People. Solving Complex Challenges. Making our world safe and secure.  

The Role – Head of Business Operations and Assurance  

As Head of Business Operations and Assurance within Nova Systems International (NSI), you will be a key member of the Senior Management Team, reporting to the Executive General Manager of Advisory & Professional Services and Business Operations.

This role involves leading several business enablement functions, such as; QHSE, Compliance, Facilities and Continuous Improvement while providing visionary leadership and supporting a high-performance culture.

You will also be responsible for managing internal project execution and service delivery, building effective relationships, and supporting business profitability both in the UK and internationally. 

Key Responsibilities:   

Commercial Leadership:  

Enhance NSI's profitability and revenue generation capabilities through effective enabling operations.  Implement cost savings and efficiencies to reduce Operational Expenditure (Opex).  Advise on capability and business investment decisions.  Deliver an annual business plan with accountability for Opex budgets. 

Functional Leadership:  

Maintain an effective project management support function.  Manage office facilities in alignment with NSI strategy.  Ensure compliance with legislation and regulation, including quality, security, and health & safety.  Oversee NSI risk management processes.  Collaborate on delivering a fit-for-purpose ICT capability supporting NSI strategy. 

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement:  

Develop and implement a roadmap for Excellence initiatives within NSI.  Continuously improve organisational and operational efficiency.  Monitor expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.  Support the digitisation capability and culture by leveraging systems and technology. 

General Duties & Line Manager Responsibilities:  

Communicate the vision, mission, and strategic priorities to the NSI business.  Provide regular reporting to support business decision-making.  Build and lead an effective team focused on achieving business outcomes and personal/professional goals.  Engage in all aspects of the employee lifecycle.  Conduct quality conversations, coaching, and feedback to develop team capability.  Champion a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.  Monitor risks and promote diversity and gender equality. 

Essential Skills & Experience  

Proven senior leader and manager of a multi-disciplinary team  A pragmatic thought leader, with ability to add value in a commercial sense. Ability to rapidly assume responsibility for functions outside of your knowledge, skills and experience  Experience and mindset for challenge, innovation, and Continuous Improvement  Exceptional communication and management skills - including with projects, change and people  A natural collaborator, with experience of working within hybrid, matrix structures  Experience in managing Opex budgets 

What’s in it for you?  

Salary + discretionary bonus 

Up to 7% contributory pension 

£3000 Annual Personal and Professional Development Allowance 

£300 towards Professional Membership Subscriptions 

Study Leave - 5 days/yr 

25 days of Annual Leave per year plus bank holidays 

Flexible working conditions 

 (UK) Health Insurance 

Great discounts at leading retailers 

Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members 

An inclusive and supportive culture 

Reward & Recognition Programme 

Cycle to Work Scheme

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