Business Operations Administrator

Contract: 6-12 Month Contract

Rate: -200 to -225 per day (Outside IR35)

Location: London | Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite)

We are looking for an experienced Business Operations Administrator to support a busy operational function within a highly regulated environment.

This role is focused on business operations, governance, procurement, supplier management, contract administration, compliance, and financial processes. It is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised administrator who enjoys working across multiple business functions and supporting operational activities.

Please note: This is not a hands-on technical or IT support role. We are specifically looking for someone with strong administrative, operational, procurement, governance, or business support experience.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, finance teams, procurement functions, project teams, and external suppliers, you will help ensure key business processes are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in line with company procedures.

• Raise and manage purchase orders for goods and services
• Support invoice processing, reconciliation, and supplier payment activities
• Maintain procurement records and documentation
• Assist with budget tracking and expenditure reporting
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve queries

• Maintain supplier records and compliance documentation
• Track contract renewals, notice periods, and key commercial milestones
• Support supplier onboarding and governance activities
• Coordinate approvals, access requests, and associated documentation
• Ensure records are maintained in line with internal policies and audit requirements

• Provide administrative support across operational and project activities
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting information
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder communications
• Support process improvement initiatives and governance activities
• Assist with reporting and administrative tasks across multiple workstreams

• Maintain records to support audits and compliance requirements
• Produce regular reports and management information
• Monitor operational activities and escalate issues where appropriate
• Support the continuous improvement of business processes and controls

• Previous experience in an Operations Administrator, Business Administrator, Project Administrator, PMO Administrator, Contracts Administrator, Procurement Administrator, or similar role
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Experience supporting procurement, supplier management, contracts, governance, or compliance processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint
• Experience using ERP, finance, procurement, or business management systems

• Experience working within a regulated or compliance-driven environment
• Exposure to procurement, supplier governance, contract management, or operational reporting
• Experience supporting projects, programmes, or business operations teams
• Understanding of business processes, governance, and operational controls