Senior Office & Operations Manager

About the role

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Your day-to-day responsibilities Strategic & Project Responsibilities Own and lead the end-to-end office relocation and fit-out project, ensuring timely delivery and minimal disruption. Develop and execute scaling strategies for facilities, operations, and services to support planned headcount growth. Manage and lead strategic vendor selection and contractual negotiations for key facilities and operational services. Drive operational efficiency across local functions, implementing processes, controls, and performance tracking to support cross-departmental coordination and subsidiary-level objectives. Office & Facility Management Ensure the smooth daily operations of the Amsterdam office, including maintenance (printers, furniture, etc.), cleanliness, and a welcoming working environment. Plan, coordinate, and oversee office improvement works and upgrades (structures, HVAC, IT/security infrastructure, etc.). Lead workplace health and safety compliance, including risk assessments, emergency preparedness, preventive initiatives, access controls, key management, and relevant regulatory requirements. Manage the procurement and stock of office supplies, groceries, cleaning materials, and IT equipment. Act as primary initial interface to security and marketing Oversee waste management, recycling, storage of office supplies, internal sorting and pickups, including occasional IP waste pickups and procedure. Vendor & Supplier Relations Serve as the primary point of contact for local suppliers and service vendors. This includes indirect sourcing in agreement with the main team in Espoo. Coordinate supplier visits and works, ensuring minimal disruption to office operations. Source and onboard new local vendors when needed, maintaining an up-to-date supplier database including evaluations. Organise quotes, support budget reviews, and manage vendor contracts for the Amsterdam office. Administrative & Compliance Support local compliance and registration processes with relevant Dutch authorities and institutions. Manage administrative tasks related to facilities, including contracts, and regulatory documentation. Support local financial operations including invoice and payment management, expense tracking, budget coordination, and liaison with the central finance team. Provide occasional support to logistics and supply chain functions as needed. Employee & Office Life Organise internal events and activities that contribute to a positive, inclusive office culture. Coordinate the collection, delivery, and tracking of company equipment (laptops, phones, access cards, etc.). Support local HR operational processes including onboarding logistics, employee documentation, policy implementation, and internship coordination, in partnership with the central HR team. Continuously identify and implement improvements to the workspace and office experience. Support sustainability efforts by providing relevant facilities data as requested.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of proven experience in an Operations or Senior Office & Facilities Management role.
• Proven experience leading a full office relocation, fit-out, or significant office scaling project end-to-end, demonstrating full ownersh

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Additional Information

Role highlights: Senior Office & Operations Manager Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands Department: Operations Reports to: Subsidiary CEO Employment type: Permanent Workplace model: Office Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required) Why this role matters: ICEYE is rapidly starting up and scaling our operations in The Netherlands. This Senior Office & Operations Manager role is pivotal to this growth. You will be the on-the-ground leader responsible for managing all daily operations across facilities, finance coordination, HR support, and security, while simultaneously leading the end-to-end office relocation project. This is a build-mode role that requires an experienced, autonomous leader who can ensure the foundation is set for our fast-growing local team and act as the operational anchor for the subsidiary.

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