Senior Florist & Operations Manager - The Burford Recruitment Company : Job Details

• Near Banbury
• £35,000 to £40,000
• Monday to Friday
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension
• Private Medical

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and versatile Senior Florist & Operations Manager to join a thriving, sustainability-focused floristry business located near Banbury.

This role would suit someone with a strong floristry background who also enjoys the operational side of a creative business. Working closely with a small and talented team, the Senior Florist & Operations Manager will oversee the day-to-day running of the studio, manage client relationships, and contribute to the long-term growth and direction of the business.

The ideal candidate will be confident working on complex projects, handling logistics, supporting a team, and delivering beautiful, thoughtful floral work in line with the brand’s ethos and aesthetic.

• Manage day-to-day operations including planning, logistics, and quality control
• Act as main point of contact for select clients, managing proposals, briefs, and communications
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of freelancers and team members
• Lead weekly meetings and maintain internal documentation and contracts
• Oversee quotations, invoicing, expenses, and budgeting with the wider team
• Ensure brand values and sustainability goals are reflected in all projects
• Deliver floristry work as required, supported by a team of trusted freelancers
• Plan and lead creative workshops, maintain workspaces and equipment
• Document work for marketing and internal use
• Contribute to foraging, creative planning, and seasonal development

• At least 3 years’ experience working in a floristry business
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Excellent computer literacy, including Excel formulas, Apple devices, and social media
• Familiarity with basic photography equipment for documenting work
• A full UK manual driving licence, with confidence driving a van when needed
• A creative and proactive mindset, with a strong sense of responsibility and pride in work
• Clear communicator with the ability to motivate and support others

• Experience developing client proposals and managing budgets
• An interest in sustainability and regenerative practices