Business Manager

Framatome SAS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear energy provider in Bristol seeks a Business Manager to oversee daily operations, ensure organizational success, and manage a high-performing team. The role requires exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, as well as strong leadership skills. The successful candidate will collaborate with various departments, manage resources, and report key performance indicators. This position offers extensive benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Private health care

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional multitasking with high emotional intelligence.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage resources.
• Recruit, train, and mentor team members.
• Prepare agendas and take notes for executive meetings.

Skills

Organizational abilities

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Emotional intelligence

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Legal company

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20,000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.

Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).

Reference number

2025-24485

Publication date

12/23/2025

Job details

Job Opening Title

Business Manager

Job type

Non fixed term

Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.

Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 500 dedicated professionals in 2025.

Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

The Business Manager plays a pivotal role in driving organizational success by overseeing daily operations, managing resources, and implementing strategic initiatives. This position requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to foster a productive work environment. The Business Manager collaborates with various departments to ensure business objectives are met efficiently and effectively.

They will act as the gateway between the executive team and the rest of the business.

Profile

What will you be doing?

Administration Oversight

• Supervise daily business operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on business performance.
• Create and maintain a high performing administration function which services the needs of the business.

Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, and mentor staff to build a high-performing team.
• Set clear goals and expectations; conduct performance evaluations.
• Foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

Executive team interaction

• Prepare agenda's for executive teams meetings
• Attend executive meetings to take notes / record actions
• Following the meeting, responsible for distributing notes / actions and monitoring completion.
• Also present at the monthly KPI meetings to again record actions / distribute.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for internal and external audiences.
• Track progress on key initiatives and ensure timely execution.
• Serve liaison between executive leadership and internal/external stakeholders.

Project & Program Management

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects and special initiatives.
• Monitor project milestones, deliverables, and outcomes.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks to maintain momentum.

What are we looking for?

• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information
• Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Your requirements

• Ability to understand new concepts rapidly and react in a high-energy, fast-paced startup environment
• You're curious, analytical and love solving problems (data is your friend)
• You’re a great communicator — clear, friendly and confident with both warehouse staff and founders
• You don’t wait to be told what to do — you take ownership and make things happen
• You’re comfortable travelling to different locations
• Fostering team spirit; someone everyone enjoys and aspires to work with

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Individual and family private health care
• Cashplan – Level 2 cover
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Professional Body Membership
• Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Babbel – learn a new language
• Generous family leave

Job location

United Kingdom, Bristol

Travel

25%

Job family

Standard

Minimum level of education required

Bachelor

Experienced

Background checking required

Non