MirrorWeb Logo

MirrorWeb

Head of Business Operations

Posted 10 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
In-Office
Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
Senior level
In-Office
Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
Senior level
The Head of Business Operations drives operational excellence by managing OKRs, optimizing processes, overseeing SaaS vendors, and ensuring compliance while fostering collaboration across departments.
The summary above was generated by AI

Role Overview


The Head of Business Operations will serve as a strategic partner to the COO, driving operational excellence across MirrorWeb through systematic execution of our OKR framework, optimization of business processes, and management of our technology infrastructure. This role is critical to scaling our operations as we grow and integrate new products and partnerships.


Reporting Structure

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Key Responsibilities


OKR Management & Execution

- Own the day-to-day management and execution of the company-wide OKR framework, leveraging Lattice for tracking and performance alignment

- Drive quarterly OKR planning cycles, ensuring alignment between company, departmental, and individual objectives

- Facilitate regular check-ins and progress reviews with functional leaders

- Maintain OKR tracking systems in Lattice and ensure real-time visibility of progress

- Identify blockers and work cross-functionally to remove obstacles to key results achievement

- Coach teams on effective OKR setting and measurement practices

- Co-Chair the working groups with the COO


Operating Structure & Process Optimization

- Design and maintain the company's operating rhythm (MBRs, QBRs, planning cycles)

- Optimize cross-functional business processes to improve efficiency and reduce friction

- Document and standardize operational procedures across the organization

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on data and feedback

- Manage special projects and strategic initiatives as directed by the COO

- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between departments


KPI Dashboards & Business Intelligence

- Maintain executive and functional KPI dashboards using Salesforce, Maxio, and other operational systems

- Partner with functional leaders to define, track, and report on key performance metrics (ARR, NRR, CAC:LTV, etc.)

- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across Salesforce, Maxio, Lattice, and other reporting systems

- Create regular business performance reports for leadership and board reporting

- Identify trends, insights, and opportunities from operational data

- Drive data-driven decision making across the organization


SaaS & Vendor Management

- Own the relationship and contract management for all third-party SaaS platforms (including Salesforce, Lattice, Linear, Maxio, and others)

- Maintain a comprehensive inventory of all software subscriptions and licenses

- Optimize software spend through usage analysis and contract negotiations

- Manage vendor relationships and serve as primary point of contact

- Evaluate new tools and technologies to improve operational efficiency

- Ensure proper integration and adoption of systems across the organization

- Coordinate with Finance on budget management for operational technology and work closely with Maxio data for subscription analytics


Compliance and Due Diligence
-Manage customer security and compliance due diligence requests, coordinating responses across internal teams and ensuring timely delivery of required documentation and evidence
-Oversee the Drata platform to maintain continuous compliance monitoring, manage security questionnaires, and provide customers with real-time access to audit reports and compliance artifacts
-Build and maintain a library of standardized responses to common security questionnaires (VSAs, SIGs, etc.) to accelerate the due diligence process and ensure consistency in customer communications


Required Qualifications

Experience

- 7+ years of progressive experience in business operations, strategy, or management consulting

- 3+ years in a leadership role with demonstrated ability to drive change

- Proven track record of implementing and managing OKR or similar goal-setting frameworks

- Experience building dashboards and reporting systems using modern BI tools

- Strong background in process improvement and operational excellence

- Experience managing SaaS portfolios and vendor relationships


Technical Skills

- Proficiency in business intelligence and reporting tools

- Strong Excel/Google Sheets capabilities including complex modelling

- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms (Salesforce experience highly preferred)

- Familiarity with project management tools (Linear or similar)

- Working knowledge of HR/performance management systems

- Experience with subscription management and billing platforms

- Understanding of SaaS metrics, ARR/NRR tracking, and technology business models


Core Competencies

- Strategic thinking (Ability to see the big picture while managing tactical execution)

- Analytical rigor (Data-driven approach with strong problem-solving capabilities)

- Change management (Proven ability to drive organizational transformation)

- Communication (Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting to executives and board members)

- Stakeholder management (Ability to influence without authority and build consensus across diverse teams)

- Project management (Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities)

- Business acumen (Understanding of B2B SaaS business models and unit economics)



Success Metrics (First 12 Months)


- Successful implementation and adoption of OKR framework across all departments

- 20%+ reduction in operational software spend through optimization

- Establishment of reliable monthly and quarterly business review processes

- Documented and standardized key operational processes

Top Skills

Lattice
Maxio
Salesforce

Similar Jobs

23 Days Ago
Hybrid
London, Greater London, England, GBR
Senior level
Senior level
Fintech • Mobile • Payments • Software • Financial Services
The Head of Business Operations - Assets will design and implement scalable and compliant operational models for the Wise Investment Product, driving efficiency and automation and collaborating with various teams to optimize processes and support growth.
Top Skills: Data AnalyticsSQLWorkflow Tools
An Hour Ago
In-Office
London, Greater London, England, GBR
Senior level
Senior level
eCommerce • Retail
The Head of Business Operations will lead operational strategy execution, managing cross-functional coordination and team performance metrics while driving growth and efficiency in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.
5 Days Ago
In-Office
Bournemouth, Dorset, England, GBR
Senior level
Senior level
Information Technology
As Head of Finance & Business Operations, you'll oversee financial health, ensure compliance, and drive strategic growth while managing the finance team and collaborating with senior leadership.
Top Skills: NetSuiteSage PayrollSalesforce

What you need to know about the London Tech Scene

London isn't just a hub for established businesses; it's also a nursery for innovation. Boasting one of the most recognized fintech ecosystems in Europe, attracting billions in investments each year, London's success has made it a go-to destination for startups looking to make their mark. Top U.K. companies like Hoptin, Moneybox and Marshmallow have already made the city their base — yet fintech is just the beginning. From healthtech to renewable energy to cybersecurity and beyond, the city's startups are breaking new ground across a range of industries.

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account