Business Support Manager

Business Support Manager

Chessington
£40,000 - £45,000 + benefits
Permanent

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Business Support Manager to work closely with the CEO and COO, playing a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of a fast-paced organisation.

This is a varied and hands-on position combining operational support, project coordination, and event management. You will take ownership of the organisational calendar, ensuring the seamless delivery of senior leadership meetings, company events, and key business initiatives throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level support to senior leadership, maintaining visibility of priorities, projects, and business objectives
• Coordinate Senior Leadership Team and Board meetings, including planning, documentation, and follow-ups
• Organise and deliver internal and external events (e.g. conferences, awards, social events)
• Manage cross-functional projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met
• Oversee office operations, administrative processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Support the creation of presentations, reports, and business documentation
• Manage suppliers, budgets, and logistics related to events and operations

About You:

• Proven experience in a business support, operations, or project coordination role
• Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to build relationships at all levels
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• A positive, energetic team player with a hands-on approach

Desirable:

• Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2)
• Experience managing budgets and suppliers
• Creative or design skills would be a bonus

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a dynamic environment, and wants to play a central role in supporting business success.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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