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

• Location: Near Banbury
• Salary: £35,000 to £40,000
• Hours: Monday to Friday
• Benefits: 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 near Banbury.

We’re looking for someone currently working in a floristry business in a senior or operations role, who is equally comfortable managing logistics and working hands-on with flowers – whether arranging, foraging, or delivering with the team.

Working closely with a small, talented team, you will oversee day-to-day studio operations, manage client relationships, and help shape the long-term growth of the business.

• 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 currently working in a floristry business, in a senior or operational role
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Excellent computer literacy (Excel, Apple devices, social media)
• Familiarity with basic photography for documenting work
• Full UK manual driving licence, confident driving a van when needed
• Creative, proactive, and responsible, with pride in your 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