Office Operations Manager, Belfast, approx. £Neg . Overview This opportunity is with the Belfast office of a leading international law firm recognised for its innovative approach to legal services. The firm works with major global clients and combines legal expertise, technology, and process improvement to deliver complex legal projects and solutions. We are seeking an experienced Office Operations Manager to oversee Office Operations and Legal Support Services in Belfast. This role ensures smooth day-to-day office running, high-quality service delivery, and effective team and budget management. Primary Objectives Manage all office operations including reception, meeting rooms, video conferencing, hospitality, events, facilities, supplier management, and office moves. Oversee Legal Support Services to ensure efficient and high-quality administrative support. Set and manage operational budgets and financial spend. Coordinate activities to maintain seamless office operations and high service levels. Support regional or global initiatives and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. Key Relationships Digital Legal Delivery Partners (UK, US & EMEA) Practice Management and Belfast Senior Management teams UK Senior Office Services Manager, Senior Premises Manager, Senior Building Operations Manager (London) Global Office Operations Leadership team Third-party contractors, suppliers, and building management company Responsibilities Leadership & Management Lead Office Operations and Legal Support teams, fostering a high-performance culture. Manage staff development, performance, career progression, recruitment, and absence. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to implement improvements and operational initiatives. Represent Belfast in local, regional, or global strategic projects. Legal Support Recruit, develop, and manage Practice Executives and Assistants. Allocate resources effectively and monitor quality of services. Maintain strong relationships with Partners and Senior Managers. Office Operations & Events Oversee client services, meeting rooms, video conferencing, hospitality, and events. Manage third-party contracts, office facilities, space planning, and office moves. Plan and coordinate office-wide events, ensuring strategic oversight and ROI. Premises & Risk Management Support lease management and property initiatives. Manage security, office improvements, and maintenance projects. Ensure business continuity, workplace health & safety, and compliance with policies. Other Responsibilities Act as regional travel lead and maintain office documentation. Assist with implementation of new processes, tools, and services. Some responsibilities may require work outside normal hours. Key Performance Indicators Trusted advisor to senior management. High-performing, engaged, and motivated teams delivering excellent service. Efficient resource management and budget adherence. Effective communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability. Compliance with policies and implementation of new ways of working. Skills & Experience Essential Proven Office Manager experience in a fast-paced professional services environment. Leadership experience, managing and developing high-performing teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience managing service contracts and operational budgets. Commercial awareness and operational expertise. Desirable Experience managing PA teams. Project management skills and innovative mindset. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and adaptability. Interest in emerging technologies, AI, and process improvement. Team Senior Office Operations Coordinator 2 x Office Operations Assistants 4 x Practice Executives & 3 x Practice Team Assistants Working Pattern 4 days in office, 1 day remote Salary Benefits Core Benefits Health Screening with Bupa Income Protection (50% of salary) Life Assurance (4 x salary) Private Medical Insurance with Bupa (Single, Couple, Family, or Partner levels funded) Voluntary Benefits Flexible benefits scheme tailored to individual needs Opportunities for tax and National Insurance savings Access to bulk-buying discounts and lifestyle benefits At Pathway, we treat all applications with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. In line with GDPR regulations, your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes, stored securely and never shared without your consent. You can request to have your data removed at any time
May 06, 2026
Full time
Office Operations Manager, Belfast, approx. £Neg . Overview This opportunity is with the Belfast office of a leading international law firm recognised for its innovative approach to legal services. The firm works with major global clients and combines legal expertise, technology, and process improvement to deliver complex legal projects and solutions. We are seeking an experienced Office Operations Manager to oversee Office Operations and Legal Support Services in Belfast. This role ensures smooth day-to-day office running, high-quality service delivery, and effective team and budget management. Primary Objectives Manage all office operations including reception, meeting rooms, video conferencing, hospitality, events, facilities, supplier management, and office moves. Oversee Legal Support Services to ensure efficient and high-quality administrative support. Set and manage operational budgets and financial spend. Coordinate activities to maintain seamless office operations and high service levels. Support regional or global initiatives and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. Key Relationships Digital Legal Delivery Partners (UK, US & EMEA) Practice Management and Belfast Senior Management teams UK Senior Office Services Manager, Senior Premises Manager, Senior Building Operations Manager (London) Global Office Operations Leadership team Third-party contractors, suppliers, and building management company Responsibilities Leadership & Management Lead Office Operations and Legal Support teams, fostering a high-performance culture. Manage staff development, performance, career progression, recruitment, and absence. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to implement improvements and operational initiatives. Represent Belfast in local, regional, or global strategic projects. Legal Support Recruit, develop, and manage Practice Executives and Assistants. Allocate resources effectively and monitor quality of services. Maintain strong relationships with Partners and Senior Managers. Office Operations & Events Oversee client services, meeting rooms, video conferencing, hospitality, and events. Manage third-party contracts, office facilities, space planning, and office moves. Plan and coordinate office-wide events, ensuring strategic oversight and ROI. Premises & Risk Management Support lease management and property initiatives. Manage security, office improvements, and maintenance projects. Ensure business continuity, workplace health & safety, and compliance with policies. Other Responsibilities Act as regional travel lead and maintain office documentation. Assist with implementation of new processes, tools, and services. Some responsibilities may require work outside normal hours. Key Performance Indicators Trusted advisor to senior management. High-performing, engaged, and motivated teams delivering excellent service. Efficient resource management and budget adherence. Effective communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability. Compliance with policies and implementation of new ways of working. Skills & Experience Essential Proven Office Manager experience in a fast-paced professional services environment. Leadership experience, managing and developing high-performing teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience managing service contracts and operational budgets. Commercial awareness and operational expertise. Desirable Experience managing PA teams. Project management skills and innovative mindset. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and adaptability. Interest in emerging technologies, AI, and process improvement. Team Senior Office Operations Coordinator 2 x Office Operations Assistants 4 x Practice Executives & 3 x Practice Team Assistants Working Pattern 4 days in office, 1 day remote Salary Benefits Core Benefits Health Screening with Bupa Income Protection (50% of salary) Life Assurance (4 x salary) Private Medical Insurance with Bupa (Single, Couple, Family, or Partner levels funded) Voluntary Benefits Flexible benefits scheme tailored to individual needs Opportunities for tax and National Insurance savings Access to bulk-buying discounts and lifestyle benefits At Pathway, we treat all applications with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. In line with GDPR regulations, your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes, stored securely and never shared without your consent. You can request to have your data removed at any time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams click apply for full job details
May 05, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams click apply for full job details
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. In Europe, Forvis Mazars has developed a leading team in Corporate Treasury Advisory with 60+ dedicated consultants supporting Treasury & Financing departments or CFO in 4 mains areas: (i) Treasury Transformation, (ii) Liquidity Optimisation; (iii) Financial Risk Management; and (iv) Operational Support. Forvis Mazars Group has recently launched a strategic initiative to boost the development of this Corporate Treasury Advisory practice with the objective to double its size within 3 years leveraging on strong existing expertise and Forvis Mazars footprint. The Opportunity Forvis Mazars is looking for an Assistant Manager or Manager to join our London team to help lead and deliver client engagements focused on Treasury Management Systems (TMS), bank connectivity and payments (including Bank Communication Tools / payment platforms). This role is ideal for someone with hands-on TMS and/or payments platform implementation experience who enjoys being client-facing, translating requirements into clear deliverables and shaping practical solutions. Where this role sits: The Assistant Manager / Manager role sits within our UK Treasury Advisory team and typically reports into an Associate Director / Director / Partner. Key Responsibilities Main activities for the role include: Participate and oversee the delivery of TMS and bank connectivity / payments (BCT) assignments (selection, implementation / PMO, optimisation, configuration, administration support, upgrades, audit, etc.), ensuring client expectations are exceeded and quality standards are met. Translate client requirements into clear deliverables and practical recommendations. Contribute to UK go-to-market initiatives to develop new opportunities related to TMS and BCT in the UK (marketing campaign, events, publication, direct approach). Identify, negotiate and secure business opportunities with the support existing Treasury Advisory teams and local partners. Support team and capability build in the UK and collaborate with Corporate Treasury Advisory colleagues across Europe. Your Profile Essential Minimum of 4 to 5 years' experience in treasury technology / treasury transformation (consulting or in-house), with hands-on exposure to TMS and/or payments platform delivery. Certified with one or more TMS platforms, such as Kyriba , ION , FIS , GTreasury (or similar). Experience leading workstreams / engagements across requirements, solution design, governance/PMO, testing/UAT and go-live readiness. Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills; comfortable with Treasury/Finance/IT audiences. Ability to turn ambiguity into structured decisions, plans and deliverables. Fluent English (written and spoken). Desirable Hands-on experience leading bank connectivity and payment factory workstreams: SWIFT / host-to-host / APIs, payment factory concepts, bank onboarding. Familiarity with treasury operating model/process redesign alongside systems. Knowledge of the UK treasury ecosystem (ACT, banks, vendors). People leadership (coaching / informal line management). What We Offer A chance to help build a growing UK treasury technology capability, backed by a strong and established European treasury advisory team. High-impact client work across treasury transformation, technology and payments. Significant autonomy and responsibility with clear progression opportunities. Hybrid working and flexible arrangements. Training and development programs in a collaborative international environment. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. In Europe, Forvis Mazars has developed a leading team in Corporate Treasury Advisory with 60+ dedicated consultants supporting Treasury & Financing departments or CFO in 4 mains areas: (i) Treasury Transformation, (ii) Liquidity Optimisation; (iii) Financial Risk Management; and (iv) Operational Support. Forvis Mazars Group has recently launched a strategic initiative to boost the development of this Corporate Treasury Advisory practice with the objective to double its size within 3 years leveraging on strong existing expertise and Forvis Mazars footprint. The Opportunity Forvis Mazars is looking for an Assistant Manager or Manager to join our London team to help lead and deliver client engagements focused on Treasury Management Systems (TMS), bank connectivity and payments (including Bank Communication Tools / payment platforms). This role is ideal for someone with hands-on TMS and/or payments platform implementation experience who enjoys being client-facing, translating requirements into clear deliverables and shaping practical solutions. Where this role sits: The Assistant Manager / Manager role sits within our UK Treasury Advisory team and typically reports into an Associate Director / Director / Partner. Key Responsibilities Main activities for the role include: Participate and oversee the delivery of TMS and bank connectivity / payments (BCT) assignments (selection, implementation / PMO, optimisation, configuration, administration support, upgrades, audit, etc.), ensuring client expectations are exceeded and quality standards are met. Translate client requirements into clear deliverables and practical recommendations. Contribute to UK go-to-market initiatives to develop new opportunities related to TMS and BCT in the UK (marketing campaign, events, publication, direct approach). Identify, negotiate and secure business opportunities with the support existing Treasury Advisory teams and local partners. Support team and capability build in the UK and collaborate with Corporate Treasury Advisory colleagues across Europe. Your Profile Essential Minimum of 4 to 5 years' experience in treasury technology / treasury transformation (consulting or in-house), with hands-on exposure to TMS and/or payments platform delivery. Certified with one or more TMS platforms, such as Kyriba , ION , FIS , GTreasury (or similar). Experience leading workstreams / engagements across requirements, solution design, governance/PMO, testing/UAT and go-live readiness. Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills; comfortable with Treasury/Finance/IT audiences. Ability to turn ambiguity into structured decisions, plans and deliverables. Fluent English (written and spoken). Desirable Hands-on experience leading bank connectivity and payment factory workstreams: SWIFT / host-to-host / APIs, payment factory concepts, bank onboarding. Familiarity with treasury operating model/process redesign alongside systems. Knowledge of the UK treasury ecosystem (ACT, banks, vendors). People leadership (coaching / informal line management). What We Offer A chance to help build a growing UK treasury technology capability, backed by a strong and established European treasury advisory team. High-impact client work across treasury transformation, technology and payments. Significant autonomy and responsibility with clear progression opportunities. Hybrid working and flexible arrangements. Training and development programs in a collaborative international environment. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow , belong and impact . Job Purpose As an Internal Audit Manager within the Banking Risk Consulting Team, you will be responsible for planning, fieldwork, delivery and finalisation of internal audit engagements, leading a team of Assistant Manager and Senior Consultants and presenting at Audit Committees, to a range of banking and building society clients. Primarily, the team provide outsourced and co-sourced internal audit services, however, we also provide (or support other teams with the delivery of) a range of risk-based engagements including corporate governance reviews and External Quality Assessments. Having experienced significant growth, the team are looking for a motivated individual, who will have excellent opportunities for progression. Core Responsibilities Management of a portfolio of clients, including overseeing the preparation and delivery of Internal Audit plan, Risk Assessments, client engagement, committee presentation and reporting. Performance and management of internal audit fieldwork along with supporting a team of internal auditors including assistant manager and senior consultants, Preparation and review of draft internal audit reports and other deliverables. Leading opening and closing meetings with key client contacts (Exco). Developing and maintaining good relationships with clients. Providing on-the-job training and supervision of junior team members. Identify opportunities and prospects for new work Lead the preparation of client proposals / pitches. Ensure Quality and Risk standards and procedures are maintained across the team. Attributes, Knowledge &Experience Holds either ACA, CA, ACCA, IIA or CII (or equivalent) qualification. Experience of planning, delivering and managing internal audit fieldwork. Experience of managing a portfolio of Banking and Financial Services Internal Audit clients. Experience of delivering and leading reviews such as - Underwriting and Credit Risk Management Enterprise Risk Management Deposit and Card operations Compliance Framework reviews Third party Risk Management Payment operations Good understanding of the UK regulations applicable to Financial Services (specifically Banks, Building Societies and non-bank lenders). Good understanding of requirements under MCOBs for Regulated loans Strong communication and report writing skills; the candidate will also be a confident speaker to deliver effective training sessions and webinars both to client/colleagues. Should have experience of presenting at Audit Committees Good interpersonal, client handling and project management skills. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow , belong and impact . Job Purpose As an Internal Audit Manager within the Banking Risk Consulting Team, you will be responsible for planning, fieldwork, delivery and finalisation of internal audit engagements, leading a team of Assistant Manager and Senior Consultants and presenting at Audit Committees, to a range of banking and building society clients. Primarily, the team provide outsourced and co-sourced internal audit services, however, we also provide (or support other teams with the delivery of) a range of risk-based engagements including corporate governance reviews and External Quality Assessments. Having experienced significant growth, the team are looking for a motivated individual, who will have excellent opportunities for progression. Core Responsibilities Management of a portfolio of clients, including overseeing the preparation and delivery of Internal Audit plan, Risk Assessments, client engagement, committee presentation and reporting. Performance and management of internal audit fieldwork along with supporting a team of internal auditors including assistant manager and senior consultants, Preparation and review of draft internal audit reports and other deliverables. Leading opening and closing meetings with key client contacts (Exco). Developing and maintaining good relationships with clients. Providing on-the-job training and supervision of junior team members. Identify opportunities and prospects for new work Lead the preparation of client proposals / pitches. Ensure Quality and Risk standards and procedures are maintained across the team. Attributes, Knowledge &Experience Holds either ACA, CA, ACCA, IIA or CII (or equivalent) qualification. Experience of planning, delivering and managing internal audit fieldwork. Experience of managing a portfolio of Banking and Financial Services Internal Audit clients. Experience of delivering and leading reviews such as - Underwriting and Credit Risk Management Enterprise Risk Management Deposit and Card operations Compliance Framework reviews Third party Risk Management Payment operations Good understanding of the UK regulations applicable to Financial Services (specifically Banks, Building Societies and non-bank lenders). Good understanding of requirements under MCOBs for Regulated loans Strong communication and report writing skills; the candidate will also be a confident speaker to deliver effective training sessions and webinars both to client/colleagues. Should have experience of presenting at Audit Committees Good interpersonal, client handling and project management skills. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.
