Skills

Communication Version Control CRM Marketing Project Management

Job Specifications

Contract length: 12 months - 32 hours per week. Potential to be extended

Location: UK & Ireland

About the Role

A growing, innovative organisation in the life sciences sector is seeking a Business Operations Manager to support the UK & Ireland team. This role is central to ensuring efficient, well-coordinated, and compliant business operations across the region.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operational activities while also coordinating major meetings, congresses, and internal events. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys managing multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Support the smooth running of day-to-day business operations across the UK & Ireland team
Coordinate planning and logistics for meetings, congresses, and internal events
Provide administrative and operational support across multiple teams
Manage contracts, invoices, and purchase order processes
Ensure adherence to internal processes and compliance requirements
Support the development and distribution of marketing and operational materials
Maintain inventory and lifecycle management of materials, including version control and reprints
Coordinate with external partners and vendors to support operational activities
Work cross-functionally with teams including Marketing, Finance, Market Access, and Medical

Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience in business operations, office management, or a similar role
Strong organisational and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Experience supporting cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with CRM systems, contract management, and finance processes is desirable
Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or a regulated industry is preferred
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

For more information, please contact Holly Bird at Barrington James.

hbird@barringtonjames.com

About the Company

The global Life Sciences industry is dominant in today's world. Drug development processes are progressing faster than ever before. The need for vaccines, treatments and medical devices continues to grow at an exponential rate to ensure treatment for disease reaches those it needs to. That means for Barrington James, we grow at the same speed. With 14 global offices specialising in niche areas of the Life Science industry, we are ready to support our growing group of clients in sourcing the most, senior, specialist and rare... Know more