Business Operations Manager

Onyx Equity PartnersPosition Type: Part-Time | Contract-to-HireReports To: Chief Financial & Operating Officer

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About Onyx Equity PartnersOnyx Equity Partners is a growing real estate development and advisory firm focused on creating meaningful impact through housing and community development.
We work with nonprofit organizations, public agencies, developers, and mission-driven institutions to advance affordable, workforce, mixed-income, and market-rate housing opportunities. Our services include development management, owner's representation, strategic advisory, and real estate development.
Our philosophy is simple: Building equity. Creating community.
About the OpportunityWe're seeking a highly organized, resourceful, and tech-savvy Business Operations Manager to help manage the day-to-day operations of our growing firm.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, coordinating moving parts, and taking ownership of administrative responsibilities. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
Business Operations & AdministrationCoordinate daily business operations, internal processes, and administrative functions.Manage business insurance policies, renewals, certificates of insurance, vendor relationships, and company subscriptions.Maintain company records, contracts, filing systems, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).Support employee and contractor onboarding, personnel administration, and internal coordination.
Executive Support & Special ProjectsManage executive calendars, scheduling, meetings, and travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and itineraries.Prepare executive reports, presentations, meeting materials, and business correspondence.Conduct research and coordinate special projects, including employee benefits, operational improvements, and vendor evaluations.Track deadlines, action items, and follow-ups to ensure accountability.
Marketing & CommunicationsMaintain and coordinate routine company website updates.Draft, schedule, and publish LinkedIn posts, announcements, and company updates.Assist with marketing materials, presentations, and external communications.Help maintain consistent company branding and messaging.
Systems & Team CoordinationMaintain internal systems, including Microsoft 365, Onyx OS, CRM, and project management platforms.Coordinate administrative tasks across team members and client engagements.Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and automate repetitive processes.
Qualifications
Required3+ years of experience in business operations, administration, executive support, or a related field.Excellent organizational, written communication, and time-management skills.Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and SharePoint/OneDrive.Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and problem-solving abilities.Comfortable learning new technology and improving existing processes.
Preferred / Nice to HaveExperience supporting a real estate development, construction, consulting, or professional services firm.Experience with real estate project management administration, including project documentation, consultant coordination, schedules, contracts, and deliverable tracking.Familiarity with AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gamma AI.Experience with Base44 or similar no-code/low-code platforms used to build applications, business tools, and automated workflows.Experience maintaining websites, developing LinkedIn content, or supporting digital marketing.Experience implementing SOPs, CRM systems, or operational improvements within a growing business.
What We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who takes initiative, anticipates needs, and enjoys making organizations run better. Someone who doesn't just identify problems but helps solve them.
This is an opportunity to contribute to the growth of a mission-driven real estate firm while helping build the operational systems that support our long-term success.
Employment Structure: This position will begin as a part-time contract engagement, with the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance, organizational needs, and mutual fit.
Interested in joining Onyx Equity Partners? xzbcwsv We'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief introduction through LinkedIn.