Office Manager
London
An award winning people orientated architecture practice is looking for an experienced Office Manager on a part-time basis, overseeing the day to day running of a large office, supporting the Directors and managing the support team.
It’s a great varied role running the office of a busy working studio. A key focus of the role will be on the facilities side ensuring the office is running smoothly and looking after H&S. You will also be looking after the support team and ensuring reception runs smoothly.
Management of the Office includes:
Oversee management of front of house and reception
Manage maintenance contracts for all services, ensuring planned maintenance and ad hoc repairs are carried out as required
Oversee utilities contracts
Maintain fire and security contracts and procedures including fire alarm test, drills, fire wardens and security access, CCTV
Assist with health and safety in the London and Manchester studios including overseeing first aiders and first aid box supplies
Review general risk and fire risk assessments for London and Manchester with H&S Director and Associate
Coordinate with IT support and organise internal moves and relocations
Manage the Studio Assistant and Receptionist in London and Studio Administrator in Manchester
Manage suppliers (e.g., cleaners, stationery, coffee, recycling etc.)
Ensure premises defects are dealt with promptly
Oversee studio recycling
Oversee the facilities and H&S in the workplace induction process
Coordinate with HR manager to conduct workstation assessments
Prepare and manage all facilities requirements for the audits
Prepare and manage facilities budget
Assist Technical Coordinator with PPE supplies.
Organise, manage and report at the weekly staff forum
Coordination of Business Continuity Plan
Assist with quality management systems, audits and procedures
Proofread, format and issue documents
Organise internal and external meetings
Organise, support and minute Senior Management meetings
This role is busy and varied and will be office based 5 days a week although they are fleixble on hours whether it be 10-4 or 9-3. You'll need excellent organisational skills as well as previous experience of running an office, managing a team and looking after facilities.
Fantastic role in a beautiful studio and even better team. They really are a great company to work for who value their staff and wellbeing.
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