Director of Operations

Director of OperationsLocation: In-person, White City, LondonType: Full-TimeAbout the Company:IoT Tribe accelerates the growth and adoption of disruptive technologies globally. We work with corporations, governments, startups, and investors to build thriving innovation ecosystems. Our team is driven by a shared mission to shape the future through fast-track technology adoption, co-creation, and collaboration. As part of this mission, we’ve launched a new accelerator in partnership with the Ministry of Defence’s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) and key stakeholders. This programme supports the UK’s leadership role within NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA), driving forward innovation in defence and security technologies.About the Role:The Director of Operations will lead the execution, delivery, and growth of IoT Tribe’s technology acceleration programmes, focusing primarily on our best-in-class NATO DIANA and MoD Janus Accelerator and overseeing new strategic initiatives. This is an exciting, London-based role for a proven leader with deep knowledge of the tech and corporate landscape, tasked with ensuring operational excellence, new business growth, and strong stakeholder engagement across the UK and internationally.Responsibilities:Operational Excellence: Direct the effective delivery of the DASA/DIANA Accelerator Programme.Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring programme objectives, timelines, and quality standards are met.Develop and drive compliance with SOPs and other mandatory procedures, including our Information Management Security System.Platform Building: Lead on the build-out and use of the Tribe Platform across our programmes.Stakeholder Management: Establish and nurture deep relationships with key stakeholders.Represent IoT Tribe at industry events, enhancing its brand and market influence.Resource Management: Assess and allocate team resources to ensure coverage of all deliverables and optimal efficiency using Productive and HubSpot.Financial Oversight: Hold P&L accountability, tracking spend and aligning resources to maximize value.Team Development: Recruit, motivate, and manage high-performing teams of peers to consistently deliver outstanding results.Data-Driven Management: Compile, analyse, and report on key programme metrics to inform decision-making and support continuous improvement.Commercial Growth: Identify and secure high-value partnerships with corporate and public sector clients.Support negotiations, client presentations, proposals, and partnership agreements.Qualifications:Education: MBA/BSc or higherExperience: Minimum 10 years in management and business development in techNetwork: Extensive contacts in the UK & European tech/corporate sectorsCommunication: Exceptional written and verbal English; C-level stakeholder managementCommercial Acumen: P&L management, closing complex sales, securing contractsTechnical Knowledge: Deep understanding of technology adoption and corporate innovation; experience of working on low-code platforms and other technology tools to improve and streamline delivery.Analytical Skills: Data analysis, process improvement, solution articulationTeam Management: Recruiting, developing, inspiring cross-functional teamsLanguage: Native English (second language advantageous)Mindset: Intellectually curious, fast-paced, collaborative, resilientRequired Skills:Exquisite attention to detailAbility to handle multiple tasks and effectively prioritiseTranslation of strategy into tactics & executionOperational process managementCommunication 'stakeholder engagementCommercial & relationship buildingAnalytical & data-driven decision-makingTeam leadership & people developmentGiven the sensitivity of some of our work, you will be required to undergo a BPSS check.You will also be a firm believer that women play a valuable role in technology and, whether you are a man or a woman, strive to make sure that women participate in the programme as founders, mentors, investors and supporters.ApplyIf you think your profile fits and would like to apply, please send your CV to talent@ with a cover letter detailing:Your biggest achievement from last year.An explanation of why you want to join IoT Tribe and the Janus acceleratorYour availability.Based: In person, White City, London with occasional travel.

Created: 2025-09-10