Operations Manager
Listed on 2026-09-16
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Management
Project & Program Management, Operations Management, General Management, Administrative Management
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Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment
Operations Manager
Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment, initially for 2 years, with extension subject to funding
This role is full time
The Grantham Research Institute is a world-leading centre for the study of the economics and social sciences of climate change and other global environmental problems, based at the London School of Economics and Political Science. The Institute’s work has been recognised through the award of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2020-22.
Job SummaryThe Operations Manager will lead the delivery of high-quality administrative services across a cluster of three internationally recognised research centres within the Global School of Sustainability: the Grantham Research Institute (GRI), the Centre for Economic Transition Expertise (CETEx) and the Transition Pathway Initiative (TPI). Managing a team of Senior Administrators, the postholder will oversee HR, finance, events and facilities operations, ensuring efficient, consistent and responsive support across the cluster.
Working closely with senior academic and professional services colleagues, they will play a key role in driving operational excellence, leading service improvements and embedding a collaborative approach to administration across the three centres.
- Significant experience of managing administrative operations across multiple functional areas, ideally within a higher education or similar environment.
- Experience of line management/managing a team, setting goals for others and encouraging a positive team working environment.
- Proven ability to plan and oversee service delivery across multiple work streams, ensuring deadlines and priorities are met.
- Strong commitment to delivering high-quality administrative services, with the ability to monitor performance and implement improvements.
Further information about the Institute and its related centres/programmes can be found at:
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.
Should you have any queries about the role, please email
The closing date for receipt of applications is 21st September 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
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