Operations & Finance Lead (12-Month Maternity Cover FTC)

About Raidiam Raidiam is the global organisation at the forefront of data sharing technologies that are changing the world. Our mission is to empower every state, industry, and enterprise to benefit from open data exchanges by launching digital ecosystems based on trust. We believe in empowering everyone to share their data safely, securely and simply; in a trusted and consented way; creating the potential to be seamlessly connected to the products and services they need. With customers in Brazil, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, Raidiam has been the enabling force behind the world’s most significant data sharing developments, most notably the Open Finance and Open Insurance ecosystems in Brazil. We continue to be called upon by governments, regulators and businesses to provide advice and technical support to achieve their data sharing ambitions. We work from the centre – creating ecosystems with solid foundations to establish and nurture trust, the key to any successful data sharing. This makes us unique as the only provider in the market to operate from the core. Objective of the role To support the smooth and efficient running of the business by overseeing key operational functions including administration, finance, procurement, facilities, and knowledge management. The role is responsible for maintaining effective processes, ensuring compliance with company policies, ISO 27001 standards, and regulatory requirements, while supporting accurate reporting, operational efficiency, and continuous business improvement across a fast-paced global organisation. What will your role as Operation & Finance Lead look like? You will report directly to the Finance Director and work closely with teams across People Operations, IT, Security, and the wider business to support the smooth day-to-day running of operations across a fast-paced global organisation. Key responsibilities: Manage day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, payment processing, payroll support, expense management, and maintaining accurate financial records. Support bookkeeping activities, bank and payment reconciliations, month-end processes, budgeting, forecasting, and coordination with external finance/accountancy partners. Monitor outstanding payments, resolve billing and supplier queries, and ensure timely and accurate financial administration. Work closely with the People Operations team to support onboarding and offboarding processes across all entities. Oversee the supplier management lifecycle including onboarding, contract administration, reviews, renewals, and offboarding. Maintain supplier relationships, negotiate favourable terms where appropriate, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Coordinate company travel arrangements, ensuring compliance with company policies and budgets. Plan and manage company events, meetings, team activities, and wider operational logistics. Oversee office and facilities management, including maintenance, equipment, supplies, security, and vendor coordination. Act as Health & Safety Officer, maintaining policies, procedures, and compliance with relevant regulations and best practices. Maintain internal knowledge repositories, operational documentation, and collaboration tools. Provide administrative and operational support to the Board and Senior Leadership Team as required. Comply with Raidiam’s Corporate Policies and Procedures, including Information Security Policies and Procedures. Support wider business operations and undertake any additional duties or responsibilities as required from time to time in a fast-paced environment. Essential skills and qualifications Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the business and with external stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint) and finance systems such as Xero, with the ability to quickly learn new tools and systems. Solid understanding of business operations including finance, administration, procurement, facilities management, and operational processes. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global and remote working environment. High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to maintain compliance, reporting standards, and operational efficiency. Confident in implementing and enforcing company policies, procedures, and operational best practices. Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify process improvements and implement effective operational solutions. Understanding of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements, including Health & Safety, HMRC regulations, and information security standards such as ISO 27001. Ability to contribute to operational planning and support wider business objectives and long-term strategic initiatives. What we think you should know about us We operate and embrace full remote working and equip you for that. For those who choose to work from the office or wishing to adopt a hybrid working practice, we have an office in the heart of London. We are proud of the vibrant, exciting and fast-paced environment working at the forefront of developments in consented data sharing that we have created. We take our team’s development very seriously and provide all individuals with a training budget, allocated study time, a full LMS training suite, support to study for industry standard qualifications and internal knowledge sharing. We fully believe in and live by our values, encouraging this by recognising and rewarding team members who actively demonstrate them. What you can expect from us? Working week of 37.5 hours with flexible, remote working. 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service), plus Bank Holidays. Upon successful completion of your probation, you will benefit from: Auto-enrolment in pension scheme with 5% employer contribution. This is a UK-based role and does not offer visa sponsorship, therefore you must be legally able to work in the UK and ideally available to start immediately or within a short notice period. You will be asked to confirm this upon applying for the position.