At Verda, we’re building a full-stack AI cloud, covering everything from data centers and hardware to our own cloud platform that the world’s leading AI teams use to do serious AI work.We strive to make a positive mark on the world through the infrastructure we build and give leading teams a service they can truly depend on. Headquartered in Helsinki, we operate globally with offices in London and San Francisco.Join Verda while it’s still being built – not once it’s finished.
Why Verda
Cash and equity compensation along with various fringe benefits (healthcare, wellbeing, and more).
Profitable operations with rapid, sustained growth.
30+ nationalities, with 6 different ones on the management team.
A real chance to make an impact and work alongside world class engineers, researchers, and partners across the global AI ecosystem.
Practicalities
Work mode: Office Based
Employment type: Full-time and permanent
About the role
Verda is looking for an Office Operations Specialist to run the day-to-day of our London office and make it a great place to work. You’ll be the go-to person for everything office-related, from keeping the space running smoothly to supporting the team with logistics, vendor relationships, and ad hoc projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who’s organised, proactive, and genuinely enjoys creating a good working environment.
Your responsibilities
Manage day-to-day office operations, including supplies, equipment, maintenance, and general upkeep of the London space
Act as the main point of contact for building management, landlords, and facilities-related vendors
Own vendor and supplier relationships (cleaning, catering, IT equipment, stationery, etc.), including negotiating contracts and managing costs
Organise and support internal events, team socials, and offsites
Coordinate travel bookings and logistics for employees and visiting stakeholders
Support onboarding logistics for new hires (desk setup, equipment, access, welcome packs)
Manage office budget, track expenses, and process invoices in coordination with Finance
Ensure the office meets health & safety standards and compliance requirements
Handle incoming post, deliveries, and general front-of-house duties
Partner with People & Talent and other teams on ad hoc administrative and operational projects
Help scale office processes as the London team grows
Your key competencies
Proven experience in an office management, coordination, or facilities role, ideally in a fast-growing or scale-up environment
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
Comfortable working autonomously and taking ownership without heavy oversight
Strong communication skills and a professional, approachable manner with employees, vendors, and visitors
Practical problem-solver who’s calm under pressure and good at troubleshooting on the spot
Experience managing budgets, vendor contracts, or supplier negotiations
Discretion and good judgement when handling confidential or sensitive information
A proactive, “no task too small” attitude, paired with the ability to think ahead and improve processes
Familiarity with UK health & safety and workplace compliance basics is a plus
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