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Office Manager

Posted 8 days 8 hours ago by Jobtailor

Permanent
Full Time
Administration Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Responsibilities
  • Serve as first point of contact for all office-related queries, issues, and visitors
  • Maintain office presentation standards - tidiness, professional appearance, and a welcoming atmosphere for staff and guests
  • Manage office access (alarm, key fobs, door attendance) for staff, visitors, and deliveries
  • Restock consumables, beverages, and office materials; maintain inventory and stock keeping
  • Manage office post, mail, and package deliveries
  • Conduct office walkthroughs with new starters, including fire safety introductions
  • Identify and manage repair needs; liaise with cleaners, handymen, and building management
  • Manage all office contractors and suppliers, coordinating repair and maintenance work
  • Conduct weekly fire alarm testing and maintain the fire alarm logbook
  • Hold responsibility for office risk assessments (fire, health & safety) and mandatory H&S signage
  • Serve as local Health & Safety representative and fire warden
  • Participate in alarm monitoring (respond to office alarms via app, check CCTV, take further action if needed)
  • Manage the office budget and track spending across categories
  • Host clients at the office - prepare meeting rooms, provide refreshments, and ensure a great experience
  • Manage office events end-to-end: order supplies and food, coordinate suppliers, organise on the day, and manage cleanup
  • Manage relationships with local accommodation providers to maintain company rates
  • Handle travel and accommodation bookings for the leadership team
  • Provide occasional management support - preparing the office for on-site meetings, coordinating logistics for visiting executives, and helping high-stakes days run without a hitch
Qualifications
  • Experience in an office management, facilities, or administrative role
  • A proactive, ownership mindset - you don't wait to be asked
  • Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Experience managing supplier and vendor relationships
  • Knowledge of UK health & safety regulations and compliance, including workplace risk assessments (or a willingness to get up to speed quickly)
  • Familiarity with facility operations, including liaising with building management and coordinating maintenance
  • A warm, professional manner with staff and visitors alike
  • Calm under pressure, adaptable, and good-humoured
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Office suite)
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