Operations Manager

Washington, D.C./Hybrid

$75,000 – $85,000

This boutique finance firm is seeking an Operations Manager who can work independently to facilitate a seamless back-office operation and provide light support to the Managing Partner. The Operations Manager will effectively communicate across the team on internal initiatives, manage scheduling concerns and calendars, organize meetings and in-person events, onboarding and HR-related tasks, troubleshooting IT issues, and much more. You will also spearhead administrative and general operations tasks and projects in efforts to reach business initiatives and maintain an organized small team of driven professionals. If you enjoy varied workdays, have proven reliability in a remote-leaning environment, and thrive within project management and operational tasks, send your resume today!

Key Responsibilities:

Create, update, and maintain documents, reports and spreadsheets tracking deadlines, and details surrounding client base and internal processes.
Learn the portfolio of clients and resources the firm offers to best assist incoming inquiries and requests; act as an informed gatekeeper for calls, emails and requests.
Oversee the HR function for the company including onboarding, benefits administration, payroll, employee relations and recruiting.
Organize scheduling needs for the Managing Partner, client development, internal meetings and events, and on-site firm-wide meetings.
Assist the team with drafting, editing and finalizing paperwork and documentation, and assuring internal database, website, and social media channels are up to date.
Confidently interact with external vendor contacts, including accounting-related contacts.
Assist with day-to-day business needs from general tasks to coordinating large projects.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

A fast-paced day with a team-spirited culture.
Opportunities for growth and professional development through diverse projects and client engagement.
Highly competitive benefits and generous PTO.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualified. You possess 2-3 years of operations experience, preferably from a start-up, finance, or small team requiring resourcefulness and adaptability.
Astute. You are not only reliable but also exude professional grace in all internal and external interactions.
Strong work ethic. You are dedicated to consistently producing high-quality work.
Multi-talented. You enjoy switching gears and managing competing responsibilities.
Multitasker. You can work under tight deadlines while managing a lot of different projects.
Proactive. You possess the ability to follow up and complete tasks thoroughly with little to no supervision.
Humble go-getter. You see every new challenge as a chance to prove yourself and serve as an ambassador to your team.

To apply, please send a resume to resume@hawthornelane.com.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.