Assistant Operations Manager

  • Cobalt Recruitment
  • 12/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Operations Manager to join the on-site management team of a prestigious commercial office building in East London, comprising approximately 300,000 sq ft and set to be home to a number of blue-chip occupiers.

Working closely with the Senior Building Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operational management of the building, with a particular focus on customer experience, events, and soft services delivery. This is a highly visible, occupier-facing position within a flagship asset.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Supporting the Operations Manager with the daily management and operation of the building

  • Leading on events, activations, and occupier engagement initiatives, ensuring a strong sense of community within the asset

  • Managing and monitoring soft services contracts, including cleaning, security, reception, and waste

  • Ensuring a consistently high level of customer service across the building

  • Acting as a key point of contact for occupiers, responding to queries and managing service requests

  • Overseeing service partner performance and assisting with contract management

  • Supporting health & safety, compliance, and operational reporting requirements

  • Assisting with inspections, audits, and general building management duties

Candidate Requirements:
  • Experience within commercial property, facilities management, hospitality, or a customer-focused environment

  • Strong background in customer service and/or events coordination

  • Experience managing or overseeing soft services contracts

  • Professional, proactive, and confident in a front-facing role

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

  • A desire to build a long-term career within commercial property

This role offers the opportunity to work within a best-in-class commercial office environment, alongside an experienced on-site team, with genuine opportunities for development and progression.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please apply or get in touch directly.