Your Operations Business Partner
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Focus on what gets you up in the morning
by fixing what keeps you awake at night
Our Services
Workflow & Automation
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Streamlined Processes – Map, simplify, and optimise how work gets done.
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Smart Automation – Implement tools to cut repetitive tasks and save time.
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Seamless Integration – Connect your systems so data flows without friction.
People
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Clear Roles – Define responsibilities so everyone knows what they own.
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Better Collaboration – Build ways for teams to work smarter together.
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Effective Delegation – Help leaders hand off the right work to the right people.
Legal & Compliance
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Risk Checks – Spot gaps before they become problems.
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Simple Policies – Put clear, practical rules in place.
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Ongoing Compliance – Keep your business aligned with regulations.
Technology, Data & AI
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Right Tools – Choose tech that fits your business, not the other way around.
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Data Clarity – Turn raw data into insights you can act on.
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Practical AI – Use AI to cut effort and boost results where it matters.
Finance & Commercial
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Smart Budgeting – Keep spending aligned with growth goals.
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Profit Focus – Improve margins and cut hidden costs.
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Stronger Deals – Sharpen pricing and negotiate better with suppliers.
Platforms & Systems
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Platform Selection – Find the right tools to match your needs.
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Smooth Setup – Implement systems quickly and with minimal disruption.
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Better Usage – Train teams to get the most out of what you’re paying for.
Who needs us?
You’re a business owner who has worked hard to build your business and now recognise that it might be time for some extra support — so you can focus on what you do best.
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Perhaps business is thriving, growth is accelerating, and the way you’ve managed things in the past no longer feels sustainable. You’re so busy working in the business that there’s little time left to work on the business.
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Or maybe things are more challenging right now. For whatever reason, performance has dipped — delivery isn’t as effective as it once was, or margins aren’t where they used to be. You might know why, or you might just sense that something isn’t right but lack the time or resources to get to the root of it and fix it.
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Whatever your situation, you know you need extra support — but you’re not looking to hire a full-time Ops person or business partner
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That’s where we come in.
In short, we help take the stress out of running your business, freeing you to focus on what you do best — whatever that may be!
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We do this in a variety of ways: by helping you get the most out of your platforms, systems, and data, or by guiding you through the implementation of new tools where needed. We also look closely at how your work gets done — examining processes, roles, and team dynamics, all of which are critical to your success.
We understand that making change happen is as much about people and communication as it is about systems, and we’re here to help you bring your team along on that journey.
Where you need specialist support beyond our expertise, we can draw on a trusted network of partners in IT, legal, HR, compliance, and more — ensuring you have the right guidance every step of the way.
What can we do for you?
How do we work?
Our approach starts with a face-to-face meeting to get to know you, your business, and your challenges — and there’s no charge for this initial session.
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From there, we work with you to dig deeper, analysing the key issues and identifying what’s needed to move your business forward. We don’t believe in off-the-shelf solutions; every business is different, so we tailor our recommendations to fit your unique situation.
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We’re also happy to roll up our sleeves and work alongside you to implement these changes — helping to deliver tangible results.
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We’re not traditional management consultants. We’re practical, hands-on people with real-world experience, used to working with businesses of all shapes and sizes. Our goal is simple: to apply our experience to help improve your business and make a real difference.
What is it like to work with us
I would recommend working with Steve where you need good communication, diligence and an analytical approach, along with the ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders across the business. Steve really cares about the work, and won’t stop until there is a solution
Diana Cawley,
CEO
Aviation Sustainability Forum
Steve and I worked together 5 years ago and have stayed in contact ever since. Why? Because Steve is a classy operator. He drives priorities, builds processes, coaches others to execute; and has that rare gift of anticipating risks and issues.
Sam Hunt,
Chief Technology Officer,
MillTech FX
I've been lucky enough to work with Steve as an Ops Director in an agency environment and as a supplier managing experiential events. In both roles I have found him to be extremely reliable, efficient and a total pleasure to work with... I totally recommend Steve, you won't be disappointed.
Tobias Horrocks,
Head of Delivery, EMEA
VaynerMedia
Steve Squires is one of those highly professional people who you sometimes have the luck to work with. He is incredibly organised, in control, dependable and never fails to deliver.
Florence Gladstone-Thompson,
Board Account Director
Arc Worldwide
Not only is Steve Squires diligent, organised and permanently on the ball but he retains a level-headed approach to all issues even under difficult circumstances.
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He is an absolute joy to work with and I would highly recommend his services
Julia Herd, Global Marketing Director,
HTC
Steve Squires is a steady calm hand…that helped steer our business through a significant growth period, coupled with a change programme and a diversification of offers
David Wilson,
Board Director
Engage Works
Our Clients
Contact us
We'd love to hear from you so please call us on +44 7968 119805
Steve Squires
steve@theopsguys.net