Operations Administrator (Maternity Cover)

Operations Administrator (Maternity Cover) - London, Hybrid | £26,120

The Role We’re looking for a proactive and tech-savvy Operations Administrator to join Winlight Recruitment on a fixed-term maternity cover basis, commencing 1 June 2026 for approximately 9 months. The end date is subject to the return of the substantive postholder and may end earlier or be extended accordingly.

This is a genuinely exciting time to join us - we are actively embedding AI into how we operate, and this role offers a real opportunity for someone with a passion for technology to grow alongside that journey, picking up hands-on experience that goes well beyond a traditional operations role.

This is a broad, hands-on role at the heart of the business - supporting every department, touching every system, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. You’ll report directly to the CEO and work independently on a wide range of tasks, from systems administration and IT support to digital marketing and office coordination.

What You’ll Be Doing Managing and maintaining our Monday.com workspaces and automations - the operational backbone of the business Providing coordination support alongside our external IT team where needed Supporting AI tool adoption and technology implementation across the business Coordinating new starter and leaver logistics - system access, IT equipment and practical onboarding support Designing bespoke graphics in Canva for key dates, milestones and campaigns Reviewing, adjusting and publishing social media content across LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook Managing vendor relationships, office supplies, travel bookings and team events Preparing weekly, monthly and quarterly operational reports General office coordination - post, merchandise, minor troubleshooting and ad hoc support

What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience in an operations, administration or similar cross-functional role Technologically confident and a fast learner - Monday.com experience is a plus but not essential A genuine interest in AI and emerging technology - someone who uses AI in their day-to-day life and is curious about how it can be applied at work Proficient in Microsoft 365 - Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint and Word Highly organised, an excellent communicator and comfortable working independently Patient, approachable and happy in a support-facing, training-style capacity Discreet and professional - you’ll have access to confidential operational data Able to commute into London

Desirable Experience with Canva or similar design tools Exposure to machine learning or broader technical skills Background in tech support, systems training or a similar role

Why Join Us? Comprehensive handover and onboarding - you’ll be set up for success from day one A supportive, friendly team with regular social events You’ll be at the centre of our AI journey - not just using the tools, but actively helping to shape how we adopt and embed them across the business A genuinely varied role where no two days are the same You'll receive hands-on training across our full technology stack - from Monday.com to AI tools - giving you real, transferable experience that will genuinely add to your skillset

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