Operations Assistant

  • Office Angels
  • Edinburgh, Midlothian
  • Jan 08, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Operations Assistant - City Centre (Fully Office Based)

Salary: 22,000 - 27,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (occasional flexibility for events/meetings, with time given back)

Are you motivated, driven, and ready to take your first step into the corporate world? Our client, a leading professional services firm based in the heart of the city centre, is seeking an Operations Assistant to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in a fast-paced, professional environment.

The Role
As an Operations Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the business. You'll be the first point of contact for visitors and assist the operations team with a variety of tasks, including:

  • Front of House Duties: Welcoming visitors, directing and announcing guests, managing meeting room schedules, and ensuring tech support is available.
  • Office Management: Keeping the office tidy and well-presented, arranging refreshments for meetings, monitoring and maintaining office supplies (stationery, kitchen, catering, cleaning), and liaising with suppliers and contractors.
  • Mail & Couriers: Receiving and sorting mail on a daily basis, arranging couriers, and handling recorded/tracked mail.
  • IT & Facilities Support: Assisting with basic IT and office equipment issues under supervision, liaising with service providers, and supporting health and safety compliance.
  • Supplier Oversight: Helping gather information for annual supplier reviews, carrying out initial checks on new suppliers, and assisting with simple reports and service level monitoring.
  • Administrative Support: Updating the company intranet, assisting with property repairs, and supporting compliance processes.

This role requires someone who is proactive, adaptable, and happy to roll up their sleeves and get involved wherever needed.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.
  • Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office) and willingness to learn.
  • A positive, can do attitude and ability to work as part of a team.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ( 22k - 27k depending on experience).
  • Career progression opportunities and exposure to multiple business functions.
  • Generous benefits including pension, private healthcare, profit share, and 30 days annual leave plus public holidays.

Ready to kick-start your corporate career? Apply today and join a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and growth.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Office Angels who are operating as an employment agency. Office Angels are an equal opportunities employer.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to (url removed). Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.


Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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