The Operations Manager will work closely with executive leadership to ensure seamless daily operations, manage vendor relationships, support accounting and HR administration, and oversee a wide range of operational projects. This role is focused on execution, organization, and continuity, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced Office Manager or Operations Manager looking to take ownership of a business's operational functions.
What You'll Do
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the office, ensuring efficient workflows and seamless business operations.
- Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers, including contract coordination and issue resolution.
- Process invoices, assist with accounts payable activities, and support accounting functions using QuickBooks.
- Coordinate office administration, facilities management, and procurement of office supplies and equipment.
- Support payroll administration, employee onboarding and offboarding, HR coordination, and employee-related requests while partnering with the company's outsourced HR provider.
- Serve as the primary operational resource for employees and leadership, proactively resolving day-to-day business needs.
- Track operational projects, key deadlines, and action items to ensure timely completion and follow-through.
- Develop and maintain organized processes, documentation, and operational procedures.
- Provide administrative and operational support to executive leadership on special projects and business initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency while ensuring critical business functions continue to run smoothly.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in operations management, office management, business administration, or a similar role.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail.
- Experience managing vendors, facilities, and day-to-day business operations.
- Working knowledge of accounting functions, including invoice processing and QuickBooks.
- Experience supporting payroll administration and HR coordination.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to independently drive initiatives to completion.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence interacting directly with executive leadership.
- Highly professional, resourceful, and proactive with a hands-on approach to problem solving.
- Commercial real estate, real estate investment, or professional services experience is preferred but not required.
What's in It for You?
- Join a stable and growing real estate investment organization with a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture.
- Highly visible role with direct exposure to executive leadership and meaningful influence on business operations.
- Opportunity to take ownership of operational processes and contribute to the firm's continued success.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Long-term career growth within a respected real estate organization.
Key Details
- Location: Chicago, IL
- Industry: Real Estate Trust / Real Estate Investment
- Schedule: Full-Time
- Work Model: Onsite
- Compensation: $44-48/hr
- Benefits (Contract): LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit: https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
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LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here
All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.