Operations Director

Our client is a global research consultancy in the regulated industries sector whose business continues to grow through expansion of their client base, and they have strategy in place to ensure they continue this trajectory. They really understand that the people they employ make the difference and are committed to driving a culture of employee development and client excellence.

We are seeking an Operations Director to take on a key leadership role, overseeing multiple workstreams from different disciplines. This person will ensure the organisation meets legal and regulatory standards while driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a strategic visionary who can turn plans into results, motivate teams to perform at their best, and create lasting value by promoting a culture of ongoing improvement.

• Workstream Co-ordination
• Legal Oversight
• Data Protection
• IT Security
• Audit and Compliance
• Client and External Stakeholder Management
• Team Leadership
• Operational Systems and Growth
• Risk Management
• HR Support
• Strategic Banking and FX
• Sustainability and Social Responsibility.

• Proven experience co-ordinating operational and legal workstreams.
• Strong background in legal escalations, contract drafting, and negotiation of legal terms.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GDPR and international data privacy laws (DPO experience a bonus).
• Experience as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) or strong knowledge of IT security principles.
• Demonstrable audit experience, including client, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and EcoVardis audits.
• Experience in FX trading, strategy setting, and managing strategic banking relationships.
• Leadership experience managing teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to drive digital transformation and process optimisation initiatives.
• Track record in risk management, compliance, and business continuity planning.
• Commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and supply chain optimisation.

• 25 days annual leave, plus UK public/bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with up to 4% company contribution.
• Salary sacrifice enabling you to contribute more to your pension for tax efficiency.
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Private medical insurance.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Season ticket travel loan.
• Hearing and eye tests and financial contribution to aids.
• Fertility support.
• Discounted gym membership