Operations Ninja

About Manuka AI

Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Manuka AI is a cutting-edge Databricks-native consulting company dedicated to transforming how organizations design, scale, and monetize their data and AI platforms. Our client base spans Australia and New Zealand, where we provide innovative data platform solutions that deliver tangible business value rather than unused software.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure project delivery stays on schedule by assisting the project management office to prevent delays and guarantee timely submission of timesheets.
• Play an integral role in supporting recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure new hires have a seamless and welcoming integration into the company.
• Coordinate marketing efforts and organize corporate events, offsites, and business travel to foster team cohesion.
• Assist the sales operations team and support alliances by gathering partner case studies and certification documentation for Databricks and Anthropic collaborations.
• Identify operational gaps proactively and fill them, becoming the central figure who understands all aspects of day-to-day business operations.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Delivery and cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and alliances to maintain steady business momentum.

Candidate Requirements

• A graduate with a strong desire to develop a career in operations; no fixed experience required as attitude takes precedence.
• Exceptional attention to detail coupled with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, comfortable engaging stakeholders at various organizational levels.
• A self-motivated individual who takes initiative without needing repeated direction.
• Personable and well-liked by colleagues, capable of nurturing a positive workplace culture.
• Curious and adaptable, thriving in the dynamic environment of a growing AI-focused consultancy.

Preferred Qualifications

• An interest in obtaining Databricks or Anthropic certifications and familiarity with the partner ecosystem.
• Previous experience or exposure to event coordination, recruitment, or project management through academic projects, internships, or part-time roles.

Why Choose Manuka AI?

• We operate fully AI-native, embedding AI in our design, sales, and delivery processes.
• As a partner of Databricks and Anthropic, we offer deep specialization rather than broad generalism.
• Enjoy impactful, varied work across delivery, marketing, sales, and alliances rather than a narrow focus.
• Strong integration with the Databricks and Anthropic community in Australia and New Zealand.
• Flexible work culture offering hybrid options based on trust and autonomy.
• Competitive salary structure complemented by performance-related incentives.
• Clear growth pathways from a graduate Operations Ninja role toward a substantive operations career.

Our Startup Culture

At Manuka AI, we operate without internal politics, silos, or rigid processes. We value team members who proactively take ownership, respectfully challenge ideas, and concentrate on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and career trajectories, believing that diverse teams create better business results.

Ready to shape the future of AI consultancy? Join us as an Operations Ninja and be instrumental in driving our growing company's success.