Operations Assistant

Job Category: Sales and Marketing
Job Type: Remote
Job Location: United Kingdom
Company Name: Literally Academy

 About the Role

Are you a proactive, highly organised, and resourceful individual with a passion for operational excellence? We’re hiring an Operations Assistant / General Manager to support the day-to-day operations of a dynamic, founder-led business.

This full-time remote role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and enjoys working behind the scenes to bring clarity, structure, and impact. You’ll work closely with the Founder to streamline processes, improve systems, and drive operational efficiency while keeping the business running smoothly.

 Key Responsibilities

 Operational Support

  • Oversee and optimise day-to-day operations

  • Act as gatekeeper for the Founder’s time and communication

  • Streamline tools, systems, and workflows for growth and efficiency

  • Project manage internal initiatives and external launches

  • Track product performance, retention, and client delivery

  • Translate big-picture ideas into actionable steps and systems

 Communication & Coordination

  • Filter and prioritise communications (Slack, WhatsApp, Email, etc.)

  • Summarise updates and prepare briefings for the Founder

  • Maintain digital project management systems and SOPs

  • Liaise with freelancers, clients, and stakeholders

  • Document and improve internal processes and handovers

 Systems & Scaling

  • Coordinate product delivery, community onboarding, and engagement

  • Create repeatable systems to reduce founder dependency

  • Manage timelines, delivery cycles, and client experience

  • Support growth operations with light-touch strategic thinking

 What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in operations, EA, project coordination, or generalist roles

  • Strong communication and time management skills

  • Highly organised, detail-driven, and solutions-focused

  • Tech-savvy with knowledge of Notion, Slack, Google Drive, Trello, and similar tools

  • Confident managing upward, anticipating needs, and removing roadblocks

  • Experience in founder-led or creative/online businesses preferred

  • Comfortable working solo or in agile remote teams

  • UK-based or able to work UK business hours

 Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Make a real impact—your work drives growth and stability

  • Partner directly with an inspiring founder

  • Freedom to build and optimise operational systems

  • Fully remote with flexible working hours

  • Career growth into Head of Ops or Chief of Staff roles

 How to Apply

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