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FoundeverTM is a global leader in the customer experience (CX) industry. With 170,000 associates across the globe, we’re the team behind the best experiences for +750 of the world’s leading and digital-first brands. Our innovative CX solutions, technology and expertise are designed to support operational needs for our clients and deliver a seamless experience to customers in the moments that matter.

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We are looking for an experienced and results-drivenDirector of Operations to join our growing team in Greece. Based in Athens, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing operations across multiple sites, ensuring high performance in service delivery, profitability, quality, and continuous improvement.

This is a senior leadership role where you will drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams, and partner closely with clients and internal stakeholders to deliver consistent, value-driven results across programs.

As aDirector of Operations, your daily responsibilities will include:

Operational Leadership

Lead and oversee multi-site operations, ensuring consistent delivery of global standards
Take full ownership of operational performance, including service delivery, quality, and profitability
Monitor key performance metrics and implement corrective actions to ensure targets are met or exceeded
Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Client & Stakeholder Management

Partner with Account Management to align on client expectations, goals, and service delivery commitments
Build strong client relationships and proactively identify opportunities to enhance service quality while optimizing costs
Act as a senior escalation point for operational and client-related matters

Financial Management

Own and manage P&L performance for assigned operations
Drive cost efficiency while maintaining high-quality service delivery
Identify and implement strategies to improve margins and overall financial performance

People Leadership & Development

Lead, coach, and develop Operations Managers and wider teams
Build strong leadership pipelines and ensure effective succession planning
Drive employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention across sites
Foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture

Performance & Continuous Improvement

Deliver against client KPIs and SLAs, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations
Use data and analytics to inform decision-making and improve operational outcomes
Champion best practice sharing across teams
Implement process improvements using methodologies such as Six Sigma

To succeed in the role, you will need to have:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills & presentation skills
Proven leadership skills and a strong track record of hiring, managing, coaching and developing people
Strong financial management skills in a metric-driven environment with demonstrated management of P&L
Analytical thinker, at ease in producing data analysis to support decision making
Excellent interpersonal skills and experience in partnering with multiple operational support and client contacts
PC skills including the ability to use a variety of products included in the Microsoft Office suite
Self-organized, planning and prioritization skills
Patience, empathy, and a unique ability to manage stress
Solution oriented
Strong operations leader with solid call center operations skillset and strong influencing skills
Must hold EU citizenship or valid work permit for Greece
This is a hybrid role based in Athens, Greece
Relocation support is available for the right candidate

Qualifications and experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Fluent English (C1+), written and spoken
8+ years of progressive experience in operations, with at least 5 years in a customer contact center environment
Minimum 2+ years of experience in a senior leadership role (e.g., Senior Operations Manager or above)
Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-site operations (250+ seats), ideally in a multilingual environment

Knowledge/abilities:

Strong leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams
Solid financial acumen, including P&L ownership in a metrics-driven environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Strong stakeholder management and client-facing experience
Advanced organizational, planning, and prioritization skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Strong operational and strategic thinking capabilities
Experience driving process improvements and leading change initiatives
Knowledge of Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies
Customer-centric mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality service
Resilient, adaptable, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
Solution-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities

This is a great opportunity for a senior operations leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to make a meaningful impact on business performance, client satisfaction, and team development.

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What's in it for you? We give our people the tools and the freedom to learn, grow, have fun and be themselves.

Very competitive wages and stability
Fully paid training
Private healthcare
Continuous learning/development opportunities
Competitive career opportunities
A safe, friendly, diverse, supporting and technological company
International and multicultural environment (celebrations, initiatives to develop your skills and events to increase the team spirit)
EverBetter wellness program (Fitness room in our premises & Personal Trainer)

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As an equal opportunity organization, we hold a deep appreciation for diversity and actively foster an inclusive environment.
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