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Lab Operations and Business Support Manager - London - Start-Up

£40k per annum
Full-time
Lab Operations and Business Support Manager - London - Start-Up

Location: London
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, DOE

An innovative biotech start-up working in the field of Synthetic and Molecular Biology is looking for a Lab Operations and Business Support Manager to join and support the team. As an early-stage company, we are building a high-performing team that thrives on innovation, collaboration and solving complex scientific challenges.

We're looking for a highly organised, proactive and adaptable Laboratory Operations & Business Support Manager to help establish and oversee the operational organisation of the business and provide support to the CEO in the development and growth of the organisation. 


The Role

This is a broad, hands-on position responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our laboratories and business functions.

You'll work across:

  • Laboratory Operations
  • Procurement
  • Health & Safety,
  • Supplier Management,
  • Office Administration
  • Business support
  • Grant Management
  • Human Resources
As one of the first operational hires, you'll have significant autonomy and the opportunity to build systems, processes and best practices that will grow with the company.

The Person

  • Degree or equivalent experience in Life Sciences, Business Operations or a related discipline.
  • Previous experience supporting laboratory operations in a biotechnology or life sciences environment preferably within a startup environment.
  • Experience managing procurement and supplier relationships.
  • Knowledge of laboratory health & safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent organisational and project management skills.
  • Strong administrative capability with excellent attention to detail.
  • Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and cloud-based business tools.
  • Familiarity with grant-funded research environments.
  • Experience supporting HR onboarding and office management
  • Familiarity with grant-funded research environments.
  • Experience supporting HR onboarding and office management.
Personal Attributes
We're looking for someone who is:

  • Exceptionally organised and highly reliable.
  • Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a growing company.
  • Proactive and able to identify problems before they arise.
  • Practical, hands-on and willing to help wherever needed.
  • Collaborative with excellent relationship-building skills.
  • Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Passionate about enabling scientific teams to succeed.
Why Apply?

As a founding employee, this is a rare opportunity to join a growing biotech at an early stage, helping to shape the future of the company. As the business expands, you'll have the opportunity to mentor others, influence strategy and play a key role in building the team.

Interested?We'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Unfortunately, the client is unable to sponsor visas and so you must have the right to work in the UK.
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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