Churchill Services
Operations Manager
Operations Manager at Churchill Services, based in Exeter, South West, paying £50,000 - £55,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Exeter, South West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Business Development
- DBS check
Bang in line with the market for business development
Reference 02934855-1
About the role
Location: Regional area between Devon and Cornwall with sites up to Weston and Salisbury
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum depending on experience + car or car allowance
We're looking for a collaborative and people-focused Cleaning Operations Manager to oversee a team of Senior Account Managers and Account Managers and their portfolio of Cleaning contracts between Devon and Cornwall, Weston and Salisbury.
In this role, you'll lead and support a team of three field-based Senior Account Managers and nine Account Managers, helping them deliver excellent service while maximising contract performance. You'll take a hands-on approach-combining site visits with strategic planning-to ensure consistency, innovation, and client satisfaction across your portfolio.
You may also contribute to new business mobilisation and innovation projects across Churchill Group, sharing your operational expertise to help shape best practices across the wider team.
As Cleaning Operations Manager, you will:
Lead strategic reviews with senior stakeholders through regular meetings.
Monitor KPIs and quality metrics across contracts, identifying trends and opportunities.
Conduct site visits to ensure compliance and service excellence.
Oversee financial performance and identify opportunities to improve margins.
Collaborate with operational leaders to respond to client feedback and drive improvements.
Implement scalable processes to support sustainable growth
As Cleaning Operations Manager, you will have:
Proven leadership experience at senior management or director level within FM or a related sector.
Experience managing large business portfolios with demonstrated financial growth.
Background in acquisitions and integrations, with a focus on operational alignment.
Strong people leadership skills, with a focus on coaching and building high-performing teams.
Ability to drive strategic and operational improvements.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Commercial awareness and a data-informed approach to decision-making.
A practical, solutions-focused mindset with long-term vision.
What we offer you
The opportunity to be part of one of the fastest growing specialist FM providers in the UK. This means that as our teams continue to grow, so can you.
What's in it for you?
We believe in rewarding talent and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued. Here's what you'll get:
Employee Ownership - You are part of our success!
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Company sick pay
Maternity and paternity leave support
Life assurance cover
24/7 GP access, plus mental health, wellness, financial, and legal support
Two paid volunteering days per year - Give back to a cause that matters to you
Exclusive perks and discounts - More than 250 deals available
Ongoing training and development - From apprenticeships to leadership programs
Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion - Our Mosaic Committee and Mental Health First Aiders are leading the way
Recognition and rewards - Celebrating our shining stars all year round
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. As an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and we strive to build a culture of respect, fairness, and opportunity for all.
Reasonable adjustments
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We're happy to help..
Please note: Security clearance (Enhanced DBS) is required for this role.
Keywords:
Cleaning Operations ManagerSenior Account ManagerOperations Manager
Reference: 02934855-1 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 9 Nov 2026 · Listed via Churchill Services
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