Operations Manager Jobs in Sydney

Senior Strategy & Operations Manager - APAC Commercial

From $50/yr

About The Role Uber Delivery is revolutionising instant delivery and making dining or shopping effortless: from eating locally, to ordering groceries, to celebrating with a bottle of wine. The options are endless. We are looking for a Senior Strategy \& Operations Manager to help shape and accelerate the growth of our largest and most strategic restaurant partners across APAC. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of commercial strategy, analytics, operations and product. You will partner closely with our Commercial teams and leading restaurant brands to identify growth opportunities, develop ambitious joint business plans, optimise commercial investments and solve complex operational challenges. Success in this role requires strong commercial judgment, exceptional analytical capabilities, strategic thinking and the ability to turn complex problems into tangible business outcomes. You will thrive in ambiguity, challenge conventional thinking and bring together diverse stakeholders to drive meaningful impact across the region. What You'll Do * Drive strategic merchant growth: Partner with Commercial leaders to develop and execute joint business plans across customer growth, offers, ads, pricing and operational excellence. * Shape commercial investment decisions: Partner with Strategic Finance to develop deal strategies, investment frameworks and financial models to evaluate ROI and P\&L impact. * Solve complex business problems: Lead analytical deep dives into merchant performance, identify growth opportunities and translate insights into actionable recommendations. * Build scalable solutions: Develop best-in-class tools, reporting frameworks and processes that improve decision-making and operational efficiency across APAC. * Influence product development: Translate the needs of our largest merchants into product requirements, partnering with Product and Engineering to deliver scalable solutions. * Drive performance and accountability: Establish KPIs, reporting and operating cadences to track progress and ensure initiatives deliver measurable outcomes. * Align senior stakeholders: Build strong relationships across Commercial, Finance, Product and Operations to align priorities and drive execution. What You'll Need * Strong commercial and financial acumen: Ability to evaluate growth opportunities, investment returns, P\&L implications and complex commercial trade-offs. * Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to structure ambiguous problems, interpret complex data and develop actionable strategies. * Strategic thinking with a bias for action: Ability to translate insights into practical solutions and deliver measurable business outcomes. * Advanced stakeholder management: Proven ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams without direct authority. * Outstanding communication: Ability to distil complex analysis into clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders. Qualifications * Minimum of 5+ years' experience in years of experience in Strategy \& Operations, management consulting, commercial strategy, analytics, finance, technology or a related field. * Strong technical and analytical proficiency, including SQL, advanced Excel or Google Sheets, and experience leveraging AI tools to improve analysis, productivity and decision-making. * Demonstrated experience leading complex strategic initiatives, translating analytical insights into commercial recommendations and delivering measurable business outcomes. * Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. * Experience in marketplaces, technology, consumer platforms, restaurant or retail businesses is advantageous. Ready to Ride? This isn't the kind of place where you follow a playbook — it's where you help write one. If you're driven by impact, energized by challenge, and ready to shape how the world moves — we'd love to hear from you. You may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and other compensation, as well as a range of benefits. Explore our benefits. Offices remain key to collaboration and Uber's culture. Unless approved for full remote work, employees must spend at least 50% of their time in-office. Some roles, like those at greenlight hubs, require full-time in-office presence. Ask your Recruiter for details about this role's requirements. Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Operations Manager

From $12/yr

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to step into a highly visible leadership role where you'll influence business outcomes, develop future leaders and drive operational excellence across a broad range of financial products and services. Working closely with the Head of Operations, you'll be responsible for leading a team through a period of continued growth and improvement, ensuring exceptional client service, strong risk and compliance outcomes, and operational efficiency across the business. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract. About the Team The Operations division is responsible for delivering client service and administration functions across a full suite of financial products. The team plays a critical role in ensuring client requests are processed efficiently, service standards are consistently achieved, and strong relationships are maintained with both internal and external stakeholders. With a focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement, Operations is a key enabler of an exceptional client experience. About the Role As Operations Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight across the Operations function, directly managing two Team Leaders and supporting a broader team of approximately twenty employees. This is a broad and influential role that will see you partnering with stakeholders across the business, managing operational risk and compliance requirements, and identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes, and service delivery. You will act as a trusted leader, problem solver, and subject matter expert while ensuring the team remains focused on delivering outstanding outcomes for clients and the business. Key Responsibilities Leadership \& Team Development * Lead, coach, and support two Team Leaders and their teams to achieve service and operational objectives. * Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with compliance obligations. * Manage escalated issues and act as the key point of contact for operational matters. * Drive workforce planning, capability development, and ongoing team training. * Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Operational Excellence \& Compliance * Take ownership of operational performance and daily business outcomes. * Manage and oversee operational compliance activities, including audits and committee requirements. * Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory and compliance obligations are consistently met. * Maintain strong governance and risk management practices across the function. Projects, Systems \& Continuous Improvement * Contribute to strategic projects and provide operational expertise across the business. * Work closely with technology and business application teams to resolve system issues and enhance operational effectiveness. * Identify, document, and champion process improvements, system enhancements, and automation opportunities. * Support initiatives that improve scalability, efficiency, and the client experience. What You'll Bring Essential Experience \& Skills * Proven experience in an Operations Manager or similar leadership role. * Strong people leadership capability, including coaching and developing Team Leaders. * Deep understanding of operational processes and systems within financial markets. * Experience supporting equity market and fixed income products. * Strong knowledge of client onboarding processes, including AML/KYC requirements. * Understanding of relevant ASIC and ASX regulatory frameworks and market rules. * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. * Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset. Personal Attributes We're looking for a leader who is: * Passionate about developing and supporting people. * Client-focused and committed to service excellence. * Detail-oriented, highly organised, and quality-driven. * Proactive in identifying and addressing risks and opportunities. * Accountable, resilient, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. * Collaborative and committed to achieving shared business outcomes. Desirable * Qualifications in finance, business, commerce, or a related discipline. * Experience with wholesale bonds and fixed interest products. Joining Ord Minnett Ord Minnett offers a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic and reputable firm as a leading Australian wealth management group providing institutional broking, corporate finance, full-service stockbroking, financial planning, and funds management services. With a history spanning over 150 years, Ord Minnett is a highly respected name in the Australian investment landscape. Join us in shaping the future of the Australian investment landscape and be part of a team that values excellence, cohesiveness, a great work culture, where you'll be an integral part of a team committed to delivering top-tier services. Elevate your career where you'll become an integral part of Australia's premier wealth management group. Ord Minnett does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies and search firms. Please do not email or send unsolicited resumes to any Ord Minnett employee, location or address.

Finance Operations Manager

From $41/yr

Finance Assets and Funds Full Time Sydney, NSW Together, we can do great things We shape leading experiences across office, retail, logistics and student accommodation. We’re one of Australia’s largest property groups, managing $41.6 billion worth of assets across the country. Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for people, place and planet. They’re inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes. This passion and expertise creates an employee experience that puts wellbeing, flexibility and opportunity first. Come join us. The role Reporting to the Head of Enablement and Operations, Finance, you will be at the centre of building GPT’s new Financial Operations team and running its day-to-day engine. As Financial Operations Manager, you will turn AI and automation from ambition into working reality. You will manage the people, providers and processes that deliver finance outputs, and champion new ways of working as the team takes shape. This is a hands-on role with real ownership. You focus on how to optimise how our finance team operates, from process timetables through to the systems and service providers behind them. What you will be doing * Driving process improvement and surfacing opportunities to automate, simplify and standardise. * Mapping and re-imagining processes using new AI tools. * Managing service providers day-to-day, running transitions and monitoring KPIs to hold providers to account. * Identifying and delivering automation across the team’s processes, and keeping the GPT AI library versioned, reviewed and growing. * Maintaining control standards across centralised processes, supporting the Compliance Plan and GS007 assurance. * Owning process timetables, output quality and the financial system timetable. * Working with Technology on new integrations, asset onboarding and offboarding, and resolving issues from the business as a finance representative. * Managing the analysts and the offshore provider team day-to-day, building capability and a culture of continuous improvement. What makes you stand out You are a finance professional with a history of improving processes and a practical interest in automation and AI. You are comfortable managing people and providers, including offshore teams, and equally comfortable getting into the detail of how a process runs. * A relevant degree (Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent), and CA/CPA qualified or working towards * 7+ years of experience in varied finance roles, with a history of process improvement * Real estate experience * Experience transitioning processes into shared services or managing outsourced providers * Hands-on experience delivering automation or applying AI tools within finance processes * Team management and leadership experience, including offshore teams * Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills * Ability to multi-task, plan and manage tight deadlines What makes us stand out We value our people * Enjoy a hybrid work environment and generous leave options. * 22 weeks paid parental leave for either carer and childcare allowance once you return to work. * Embrace diverse and challenging career opportunities, supported by our dedicated Learning \& Development Team committed to your growth. * Engage in comprehensive Wellbeing programs and benefit from market-leading policies and support tailored to diverse needs. * Be recognised by peers through nomination awards and take part in our generous Employee Referral Program. We know the power of a great experience * Ranked 4th in the 2025 Gender Equality Global Report released by Equileap. * Placed 1st of real estate investment trusts in the S\&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025 Yearbook. * Earned a Gold ranking in Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for LGBTQIA+ inclusion. * Awarded our fifth consecutive Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in 2023-2025. * Accredited Family Inclusive Workplace™. * Committed to our second Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Everyone counts GPT offers an inclusive workplace culture and embraces people with diverse perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We welcome applications from First Nations candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with disability and people of diverse ages, cultures and backgrounds. Let’s get started If this role sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Go for it! submit your application.

Manager - Fund and Investment Operations

Our client is a leading global investment management business undergoing a significant operational transformation and growth. With a focus on building a scalable, data-driven operating model, the organisation is investing in automation, AI capabilities and operational excellence. Based in Sydney, this role offers the opportunity to take on a key leadership position within Operations and contribute to this transformation. As Manager, Fund and Investment Operations, you will act as 2IC to the Senior Manager, leading a small team across day-to-day investment and fund operations. You will oversee operational priorities, incident resolution and service provider performance, ensuring timely delivery and strong controls across the investment lifecycle, reconciliations, corporate actions and NAV oversight. You'll work closely with teams across the business, driving process improvements, developing team capability and supporting on automation and AI initiatives. Key Responsibilities: * Lead day-to-day Investment and Fund Operations activities, ensuring service delivery, operational controls and key deadlines are met. * Act as the operational 2IC to the Senior Manager, coordinating BAU priorities, managing incidents and providing clear stakeholder communications. * Take ownership of operational queries and escalations, investigating issues, coordinating internal expertise and guiding the team through resolution. * Oversee investment operations including trade administration, matching and settlements, corporate actions, reconciliations and investment data management. * Oversee fund operations activities including NAV oversight, fund tax, distributions, performance fees and exception management. * Manage relationships with custodians, fund administrators and internal stakeholders across Investments, Product, Risk and Compliance. * Drive process improvement, automation and AI-enabled initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability and control effectiveness. * Develop team capability through coaching, cross-training and an approachable leadership style that builds confidence and independent problem-solving. Skills \& Experience: * Extensive experience across Investment Operations and Fund Administration, with strong technical fund administration expertise. * In-house portfolio administration experience is highly regarded, alongside a sound understanding of the investment lifecycle. * Strong technical knowledge of NAV oversight, fund tax, distributions, performance fees and operational controls. * Proven ability to investigate operational issues, exercise sound judgement and resolve complex queries and escalations. * People leadership experience or clear management potential, with a supportive, adaptable approach to coaching and developing teams. * Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment. * Exposure to automation, transformation or change initiatives within investment and fund operations. * Experience with Aladdin is highly regarded. Benefits: * Join a leading global asset management organisation during a significant period of transformation. * Competitive remuneration and company benefits. * Exposure to complex fund operations and strategic operational change initiatives. * Involvement in automation, AI and continuous improvement projects. * Collaborative team culture with excellent long-term career opportunities. Please apply now or reach out directly to Francesca Mackenzie at francesca@keeganadams.com.au for a confidential discussion.

Finance Operations Manager

From $41/yr

Together, we can do great things We shape leading experiences across office, retail, logistics and student accommodation. We’re one of Australia’s largest property groups, managing $41.6 billion worth of assets across the country. Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for for our Customers, Investors and each other. They’re inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes. This passion and expertise creates an employee experience that puts wellbeing, development and opportunity first. Come join us. The role Reporting to the Head of Enablement and Operations, Finance, you will be at the centre of building GPT’s new Financial Operations team and running its day-to-day engine. As Financial Operations Manager, you will turn AI and automation from ambition into working reality. You will manage the people, providers and processes that deliver finance outputs, and champion new ways of working as the team takes shape. This is a hands-on role with real ownership. You focus on how to optimise how our finance team operates, from process timetables through to the systems and service providers behind them. What you will be doing * Driving process improvement and surfacing opportunities to automate, simplify and standardise. * Mapping and re-imagining processes using new AI tools. * Managing service providers day-to-day, running transitions and monitoring KPIs to hold providers to account. * Identifying and delivering automation across the team’s processes, and keeping the GPT AI library versioned, reviewed and growing. * Maintaining control standards across centralised processes, supporting the Compliance Plan and GS007 assurance. * Owning process timetables, output quality and the financial system timetable. * Working with Technology on new integrations, asset onboarding and offboarding, and resolving issues from the business as a finance representative. * Managing the analysts and the offshore provider team day-to-day, building capability and a culture of continuous improvement. What makes you stand out You are a finance professional with a history of improving processes and a practical interest in automation and AI. You are comfortable managing people and providers, including offshore teams, and equally comfortable getting into the detail of how a process runs. * A relevant degree (Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent), and CA/CPA qualified or working towards * 7+ years of experience in varied finance roles, with a history of process improvement * Real estate experience * Experience transitioning processes into shared services or managing outsourced providers * Hands-on experience delivering automation or applying AI tools within finance processes * Team management and leadership experience, including offshore teams * Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills * Ability to multi-task, plan and manage tight deadlines What makes us stand out We value our people * Enjoy a hybrid work environment and generous leave options. * 22 weeks paid parental leave for either carer and childcare allowance once you return to work. * Embrace diverse and challenging career opportunities, supported by our dedicated Learning \& Development Team committed to your growth. * Engage in comprehensive Wellbeing programs and benefit from market-leading policies and support tailored to diverse needs. * Be recognised by peers through nomination awards and take part in our generous Employee Referral Program. We know the power of a great experience * Ranked 4th in the 2025 Gender Equality Global Report released by Equileap. * Placed 1st of real estate investment trusts in the S\&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025 Yearbook. * Earned a Gold ranking in Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for LGBTQIA+ inclusion. * Awarded our fifth consecutive Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in 2023-2025. * Accredited Family Inclusive Workplace™. * Committed to our second Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Everyone counts GPT offers an inclusive workplace culture and embraces people with diverse perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We welcome applications from First Nations candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with disability and people of diverse ages, cultures and backgrounds. Let’s get started If this role sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Go for it! Click on “Apply” to submit your application.