Make your mark at BRE!

Help BRE make buildings safer and more sustainable!

BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.

Your role at BRE

As Website Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the performance, reliability, and security of our websites and web applications, ensuring an excellent user experience and supporting business growth. This role sits at the intersection of technology, operations and digital strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day technical operations of BRE’s websites and web applications
• Monitoring and improving site performance, uptime, and page load speeds
• Managing server infrastructure, security protocols, and CMS administration
• Coordinating and deploying technical website updates and upgrades
• Collaborating with developers, marketing and content teams to implement enhancements
• Tracking and analysing web analytics to identify improvements and report on KPIs
• Supporting SEO performance, including technical optimisation and search ranking metrics
• Providing technical support for incident resolution and user issues

What we are looking for

• Experience in roles such as Website Manager, Web Operations Manager, or similar positions with operational responsibility for site performance and reliability
• A background in tech-driven, commercial, or e-commerce environments where user experience and digital performance directly support business objectives
• Demonstrated experience operating at manager level, with decision-making authority and the ability to coordinate across technical and non-technical teams
• Strong technical capability across web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), analytics (Google Analytics 4), and web security protocols
• Familiarity with CRM systems (preferably D365), and CMS platforms
• Confidence using performance data to identify improvements and deliver measurable results
• Strong communication, problem-solving and coordination skills to support effective cross-functional working
• A relevant technical qualification or certification in web development, infrastructure, or a related field

BRE Benefits

At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.

Financial & Security Benefits

• Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
• Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
• Enhanced maternity package

Health & Wellbeing

• HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
• Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points

Career Development

• Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
• Professional membership reimbursement

Work Location Options

Hybrid – This role offers a mix of home and office working. You will need to be within commuting distance of our Watford office, as you will be expected to attend in person once per week.

Our Recruitment Process

1. Candidate Review – Week Commencing 9th June
2. Our specialist hiring team will review all applications and shortlist candidates. We’ll then update you on the outcome of your application.
3. First Stage Interviews – 16th to 27th June
4. If shortlisted, we will invite you to a virtual interview.
5. Second Stage Interviews – 8th and 10th July
6. If successful in the first stage, you will be invited to an in-person second-stage interview.