Business Operations & Administration Manager

About the RoleWe are looking for a smart, independent and highly organised professional to manage business administration, HR and operational finance across our group of companies, primarily based in the Netherlands.You will be the first employee in our Dubai office, working directly with management and coordinating with our established teams in the Netherlands.This is a hands-on, multi-functional role for someone who takes ownership, solves problems and gets things done.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Administration: Manage corporate documentation, contracts, deadlines and day-to-day administration of our Dutch companies.HR: Coordinate employee administration, employment contracts, recruitment, leave records and payroll-related matters.Finance: Monitor invoices, payments, outstanding balances, expenses, cash flow and financial reporting.Coordination: Work with our Netherlands-based teams, banks, accountants, legal advisers and external partners.Operations: Follow up on tasks, identify problems, improve processes and ensure matters are completed on time.RequirementsMinimum 4 years of practical experience in business administration, operations, HR or financial coordination.Hands-on experience working with companies in the Netherlands or other European countries is essential.Good understanding of European business practices and corporate administration.Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent English communication skills.Confident with Excel, Microsoft 365 and digital business systems.Independent, proactive, hard-working and comfortable handling multiple responsibilities.Open-minded, commercially aware and capable of thinking outside the box.Ability to work independently from our Dubai office.Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to Europe is an advantage.ImportantThis is not a traditional bookkeeping position. No accounting licence or professional accounting certification is required. Specialist accounting and tax matters are handled with external advisers.We value practical experience, intelligence, ownership and a proactive attitude over formal qualifications.What We OfferDirect cooperation with group management.An independent and responsible role in an international business group.Exposure to European business operations.Opportunity to develop and improve our Dubai office.Competitive salary based on experience and capabilities.How to ApplyPlease submit your CV in English, clearly indicating:Your practical experience with European companies.Your expected monthly salary in AED.Your notice period and availability.Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a practical interview.