Operations Assistant

  • OutThere RPO Ltd
  • Portsmouth, Hampshire
  • May 13, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Operations Assistant

Hours: Monday to Friday open to 4 or 5 days per week for the right candidate

Benefits: Team treats; Employee and Length of service rewards; Medical Cashback Scheme; Pension; Fully Funded "Job Specific" Qualifications

About the Role

We re looking for an Operations Assistant to support the smooth running of the business. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you ll help coordinate operations, improve processes, and keep everything organised and moving. You ll work closely with the Managing Director, Senior Leadership Team, and Consultants to provide high-quality administrative and operational support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate day-to-day internal activity, tasks, and priorities.
  • Support the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team with operational duties.
  • Manage internal systems to track projects, deadlines, and client activity.
  • Maintain consistency across templates, documents, proposals, and pricing materials.
  • Support the sales process with accurate proposals and documentation.
  • Coordinate diaries, meetings, and schedules.
  • Produce reports on activity, performance, and time tracking.
  • Support client engagement and follow-ups.
  • Help identify and implement process improvements.
  • Support internal comms including social media / blog coordination.
  • Provide general admin support including meeting notes.
  • Assist with office coordination (supplies, facilities, etc.).
  • Handle incoming calls and messages professionally.

About You:

  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
  • Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Confident working with senior stakeholders.
  • Proactive and self-motivated.
  • Comfortable using Microsoft 365 and business systems.
  • Previous admin / operations experience.
  • Interest in HR and/or recruitment.

What We re Looking For:

  • Positive, professional and reliable.
  • Adaptable and solutions focused.
  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
  • Alignment with our internal Values Authentic, Committed, Fearless, Refreshing, Wild.

Career Development

Potential progression into:

  • Executive Assistant
  • HR Consultant pathway
  • Recruitment Consultant pathway
  • Operations Manager