Operations & Back office Manager – Alert International
description
In this role, you will take full ownership of day-to-day operations, logistics coordination, and in-house back-office and financial tracking across multiple entities, including an art gallery, a logistics arm, and various project-based activities. The position requires a high level of autonomy, precision, and strong follow-through, along with the ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. While accounting functions such as VAT filings and statutory compliance are outsourced, this role is responsible for all internal financial tracking and coordination.
Role & Responsibilities:
Executive & Operations Support
- Act as the primary operational support to the Founder
- Track priorities, tasks, and deadlines across multiple entities
- Prepare structured daily and weekly operational updates
- Ensure all follow-ups are completed without reminders
Back-Office & Finance (In-House Operations)
- Coordinate with Finance to prepare and issue VAT-compliant invoices
- Track receivables and follow up on overdue payments
- Maintain expense records and manage bank uploads
- Track petty cash and support cash flow follow-up
- Prepare monthly data packs for external accountants
- Track SOAs, contracts, renewals, and payment schedules
- Ensure client documentation is complete, including TRN collection for VAT compliance
Logistics & Operations Coordination
- Coordinate pickups, deliveries, storage, installations, and returns
- Prepare and verify documentation for shipments, rentals, consignments, and returns
- Track logistics activities through to confirmed receipt
- Liaise with drivers, handlers, warehouses, galleries, vendors, and clients
- Verify artwork lists, instructions, and documentation prior to dispatch
Staff & Task Coordination
- Dispatch staff tasks clearly, in advance, and with confirmation
- Track execution and completion of assigned tasks
- Proactively escalate delays, risks, or blockers
Organization & Control
- Maintain clean folder structures and version control across entities
- Ensure documentation accuracy before any client-facing action
- Identify and flag operational or financial risks early
Job Details
| Posted Date: | 2026-02-01 |
| Job Location: | United Arab Emirates – Dubai |
| Job Role: | Administration |
| Company Industry: | Recruitment & Employee Placement Agency |