Job Description

We're

Hiring: Operations Optimisation Manager -- Jaja Finance

At

Jaja Finance

, we're redefining the world of consumer finance--simplifying credit and putting customers back in control. We're on a mission to

Make Simple

, and now we're looking for an experienced

Operations Optimisation Manager

to help take our customer operations to the next level.



This is a brand-new, high-impact role where you'll lead and develop our Workforce Planning, Quality Assurance, and Operational Training teams, driving operational performance and exceptional customer experiences across all channels--including inbound telephony, digital chat, complaints and collections.



You'll shape our continuous improvement agenda, using data and insights to drive smarter decisions, increase efficiency, and optimise service delivery. This role comes with significant autonomy--ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex operational challenges and wants to make a real difference.

What

you'll

be doing:

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across Customer Operations--delivering efficiency, quality, and standout customer experiences Build and manage high-performing teams across Workforce Planning, Training & Quality Assurance Oversee resource planning and forecasting to meet customer demand across multiple contact channels Design and deliver engaging training programs to support employee development, onboarding, and performance Drive robust Quality Assurance frameworks to ensure consistently high service standards and regulatory compliance Monitor operational KPIs, develop dashboards, and provide actionable insights to leadership Use Lean, Six Sigma or other improvement methodologies to solve problems and remove inefficiencies Partner with senior stakeholders in Operations, Tech, Product, and Customer Experience to align initiatives and drive change Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and innovation across the Operations function

About You:

We're looking for someone with:


Strong experience in

Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or Operations Management

within financial services Hands-on leadership and line management experience--comfortable building, coaching, and scaling high-performing teams Expertise in customer service environments such as contact centres or back-office operations A passion for using data to solve operational challenges and improve customer journeys Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies Solid knowledge of workforce planning, training, and QA within regulated environments Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills Strong understanding of regulatory standards and risk within financial services

Why Jaja?

Opportunity to make a big impact in a high-growth Fintech Autonomy to shape and lead your own function Hybrid working (2 days per week in Manchester office) Competitive salary, bonus and benefits Private medical cover 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off




If you're ready to

challenge everything, own it, and make simple happen

--this is your chance to join a company where

tech, data, and people

come together to drive change.

Apply today and be p

a

rt of something exciting!