Operations Assistant

As the Operations Assistant at Juniper Partners, you will be responsible for supporting the smooth running of our business from an operational perspective. You will be a key member of the Operations Team and will report to the Operations and DCM Director.

• Help keep the office tidy and well‑presented, working with colleagues as needed.
• Act as an ambassador for Juniper Partners, ensuring the highest levels of professionalism are maintained at all times for our clients.
• Welcoming, directing and announcing visitors; being a main point of contact for visitors and working with colleagues on any visitor requests.
• Managing meeting room schedules and ensuring appropriate tech support is available as needed.
• Managing lunches and refreshments for internal and external meetings.
• Monitor and maintain an inventory of office supplies, including stationary, equipment, kitchen and catering (including food and drink) supplies, cleaning supplies and bathroom supplies.
• Liaise with Board Support and Operations colleagues to confirm requirements for office supplies and, where required and subject to obtaining necessary approvals, procure the provision of additional office supplies.
• Arranging for payment of office supplies by the Finance Team.
• Monitor and manage relationships with allocated office suppliers and contractors.
• Receiving and sorting daily mail. Arranging couriers. Taking recorded or tracked mail if required to the Post Office for processing.

• Support the Operations and DCM Director in managing the delivery of services by the Company’s IT and Facilities service providers.
• As directed, assist with basic IT and office equipment issues by liaising with service providers under supervision.
• Assist with the maintenance of the Company’s health and safety policies and support the compliance of the Company with its health and safety obligations.
• Occasionally assist with arranging property repairs by contacting approved contractors.
• Assist on maintaining the company intranet page up to date and regularly update.

• Assist and support the Compliance Officer in the maintenance of the Company’s supplier oversight processes.
• Help gather information for annual supplier reviews.
• Support colleagues to carry out initial checks on new suppliers before engagement.
• Assist in preparing simple reports and monitoring client service levels under supervision.

• Basic IT skills and confidence using common software (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Interest in learning about facilities management, IT support, risk and compliance, and working with service providers.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and courteous approach.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage tasks in a busy environment.
• Respect for confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to solve problems with guidance.

As well as a good starting salary, our benefits include an annual profit share, an employer pension contribution, private healthcare and 30 days annual leave plus public holidays.

In this role, you will gain real exposure to how a successful business operates. We offer genuine opportunities for professional development, including learning about finance, operations, compliance, IT, and supplier management. You’ll work closely with experienced colleagues and gain insight into strategic decision‑making and day‑to‑day business processes, helping you build valuable skills for your career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. All candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work‑related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing