Operations Director

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This range is provided by talenty. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Overview Base pay range Direct message the job poster from talenty Location: Swindon, Wiltshire Team: Approx. 40 Are you an operations leader who thrives on turning growth ambitions into streamlined, scalable success? Do you have the vision to transform complex systems, and the people skills to bring a team with you? Ready to make a real impact in a business entering an exciting new phase of expansion? My client, a highly successful specialist insurance organisation based on the outskirts of Swindon, is seeking an Operations Director to lead and optimise their operational performance during a pivotal period of growth. This is a hands-on, visible leadership role, managing a team of around 40 people and working closely with senior leaders across multiple functions. The business has seen consistent organic growth and recently entered a new phase of strategic expansion, backed by a major international group. You’ll play a key role in shaping how the organisation continues to scale, ensuring its systems, processes and people evolve to support future ambitions. The Role
Oversee day-to-day operations across a growing professional services business Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, automation and smart process design Partner with functional leads across sales, finance, compliance, claims and marketing to streamline collaboration Lead on operational planning, performance measurement and data-driven decision-making Support strategic initiatives such as systems implementation, digital transformation and potential integration of acquisitions Build, develop and inspire a team of around 40, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture
About You
Proven track record in senior operational leadership, ideally within professional services, financial services, insurance, or other complex, process-driven sectors Experienced in process improvement, operational strategy and data-led decision making Adept at leading through change and growth, with a people-first approach Skilled at influencing cross-functional teams and working at both strategic and hands-on levels Tech-savvy, with a strong grasp of modern operational tools and systems A proactive, commercially minded leader who enjoys empowering teams and driving results
What’s on Offer
Private medical insurance Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression
If you’re an Operations Director (or senior Operations Manager ready for the next step) who loves creating structure, empowering people and delivering meaningful change, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, ambitious business at the perfect time. Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Strategy/Planning and Other Industries: Insurance and Professional Services
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