Business Operations & Project Manager

Business Operations & Project Manager

Salary Circa £60,000 + Benefits

Coventry

At LEVC we have been transformed from a traditional vehicle manufacturer of the iconic black cab, into a modern electric vehicle company with high performing tech. We operate a global footprint, with offices and operations across Europe and key overseas markets. The TX electric taxi heralded a new generation of personal transport, bringing zero‑emissions‑capable operation to cities around the world.

Our talented team are dedicated to driving greener transport solutions that will accelerate the journey to cleaner cities. Our mission is to build on our heritage to deliver smarter, greener, safer and accessible mobility for all.

We are proud of what we’ve achieved already and excited to bring and develop talent into the EV industry.

This role acts as a key support to the CEO, driving the effective delivery of business priorities across the organisation. The Business Operations & Project Manager is responsible for translating company‑level strategic objectives into clear, actionable departmental targets, and ensuring their successful execution through robust tracking and governance.

• Lead and manage company‑wide strategic projects assigned by the CEO, ensuring delivery to agreed timelines, quality standards, and business outcomes.
• Translate overall business objectives into structured departmental targets, ensuring clear ownership, accountability, and ongoing performance tracking.
• Establish and maintain effective project governance frameworks, including progress tracking, risk management, and stakeholder alignment.
• Work closely with functional directors and teams to drive execution of key business priorities and resolve delivery challenges.
• Support the CEO in preparing high‑quality board‑level presentations, business reports, and strategic documentation.
• Act as a key interface with Geely and other group entities, ensuring alignment on strategy, priorities, and execution progress.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of operational strategies, providing insights and analysis to support decision‑making.
• Manage operational and administrative activities, including budget tracking, resource coordination, and office/logistics support where required.
• Manage the CEO’s schedule, key meetings, and travel arrangements to ensure optimal use of time and priorities.

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Engineering, Automotive, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in project management, business operations, or strategic support roles.
• Experience with in an automotive OEM environment, with a good understanding of business operations and company performance management.
• Experience supporting senior leadership (e.g. MD/CEO level) is highly desirable.
• Proven project management capability, ideally managing complex, cross‑functional initiatives.
• Good understanding of automotive industry operations, including sales, supply chain, or commercial functions, is advantageous.
• Experience working in an international or cross‑cultural environment.
• Strong commercial and operational awareness, with the ability to interpret and ope rationalise business strategy.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Highly analytical, with strong problem‑solving and structured thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive, results‑driven, and able to operate with a high degree of autonomy.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working available between base location/home
• Life insurance, cycle to work scheme, and a salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing support, including Medicash health care scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and network of mental health first aiders.
• Salary extras giving you discounts across various retailers (e.g supermarkets, eating out, and leisure activities).
• Modern offices with free parking and EV charging available
• Offices include use of onsite gym (Ansty location), subsidised canteens, regular company‑wide events
• Support you to unlock your potential through technical & behavioural training. Oh, and did we mention you can get access to Linked In Learning too!

At LEVC, whatever your role, you truly have the opportunity to join a team that helps you perform at your best.