Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of global open source innovation. As a leading provider of software and operating systems to the global enterprise market, we are changing the world of technology. We recruit globally and set high standards for excellence in our industry. We foster a workplace free from discrimination, embracing diversity of experience, perspectives, and background to create better work environments and products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. This role requires exceptional coordination, planning, decision-making, budgeting, procurement, reporting, and management skills to lead efficient and effective travel, logistics, event, scheduling, expense policy, and administration. The team must be responsible for large-scale company events involving international travel for hundreds of people from 80+ countries, which demands a rigorous approach and high work ethic. The Business Services Team Manager will oversee all aspects of the team's operations, including but not limited to: - Travel approvals, logistics, and operations - Expense review in line with policies - Planning of complex company events four times a year - Company offices providing executive briefing and operational facilities - Global duty of care, health, and safety programs Key Qualifications We seek candidates with outstanding leadership and management skills, demonstrated by a strong academic record, undergraduate degree in a technical or business subject, and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations. They should possess excellent judgment, interpersonal skills, and the ability to hold people accountable and defend policy positions. Required skills include: - Exceptional coordination, planning, and decision-making skills - Strong leadership and management abilities - Demonstrable good judgement in matters involving money, policy, and in-person interactions - Ability to work in a global, multicultural organization - Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, responsibility, accountability, thoughtfulness, and self-awareness - Result-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments - Ability to travel up to four times a year for company events lasting up to two weeks Additional Skills (Optional) Candidates with experience in the following areas may also bring value to this role: - Travel industry expertise - Project management skills - Event management and operations experience - Business and corporate administration knowledge What We Offer We offer a competitive compensation package, including base pay, performance-driven annual bonuses, and benefits that reflect our values and ideals. These benefits include: - Distributed work environment - Personal learning and development budget - Annual compensation review - Recognition rewards - Annual holiday leave - Maternity and paternity leave - Employee Assistance Programme - Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues