Business Operations Manager
Genomics
Location
London, Oxford
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
GenomicsTELS
Location: Oxford or London (Hybrid - minimum 2 working days in office).
The Mission: Why We Exist
Genomics is a science-led transatlantic TechBio combining large-scale genetic and health data with proprietary analytics to accelerate drug discovery and advance predictive, preventative healthcare. We are united by a single vision to help people live longer, healthier lives, using the power of genomics.
Genomics aims to help people live longer, healthier lives in two ways: super-charging drug discovery and development for novel treatments with our AI-enabled advanced genetic analytics platform, and by helping people understand their personal risk of common chronic diseases through polygenic risk scores - giving doctors and health systems the chance to get the right people into the right prevention, screening and treatment programmes at the right time.
Role Purpose:
As our Business Operations Manager, you will be a strategic lead responsible for the operational design and commercial scalability of Genomics’ Life Sciences business. This role sits in between science, finance, and commerce, ensuring that our scientific capabilities are translated into sustainable commercial success. You will own the operational roadmap, drive financial predictability, and optimise the deployment of our team.
A Day in the Life:
Resource Management: Design and oversee the resource-allocation framework to ensure the optimal deployment of scientists across global partner programs.
Financial Stewardship: Provide executive-level financial reporting, P&L insight, and demand-based forecasting to the leadership team.
Deal Architecture: Provide high-level support for complex proposals, pricing models, and contract negotiations with top-tier BioPharma partners.
Performance Intelligence: Own the definition and monitoring of departmental KPIs, utilising data to pivot strategy and drive continuous margin improvement.
Key Focus Areas:
Industry Expertise: Extensive background in business operations, management consulting, or commercial leadership within the Biotech, Pharma, or Life Sciences sectors.
Strategic Mindset: Proven ability to move from high-level strategic concepts to operational execution.
Analytical Rigour: Expert-level proficiency in data interpretation, financial modeling, and CRM systems to drive decision-making.
Influencing Power: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence PhD-level scientists and C-suite executives alike.
Your Package
We are committed to providing a transparent, supportive, and rewarding work environment.
Compensation & Growth
Competitive Reward: Salaries are externally benchmarked annually to ensure market-aligned compensation.
Clear Career Path: A straightforward, open progression framework means you'll always know the path to promotion and how to achieve your next career goal.
Continuous Learning: Including external courses and a wide library of L&D materials, because your growth is our success.
Wellbeing & Time Off
Holiday: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus an extra 3-day company-wide shutdown at year-end.
Financial & Health Security: Robust benefits including a market-leading pension scheme, comprehensive private health insurance for you and your family with NO excess, critical illness, and life assurance.
Enhanced Leave: Enhanced paid family leave to support all new parents.
Work Environment & Culture
Flexible Working: Hybrid Working .(e.g. From our London office)
Truly Inclusive Time Off: Our 'Bank Your Bank Holiday' program allows you to exchange public holidays for dates that hold personal or cultural significance to you.
Vibrant Social Culture: From regular Town Halls and team picnics to organised sports events, our social committee ensures frequent opportunities to connect and celebrate.
Green Commute: Cycle-to-Work scheme and convenient office locations near major transport hubs.
Ready to Build the Future?
If this opportunity excites you, apply now!
We are dedicated to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Genomics politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.