Office Manager & Personal Assistant (9-12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
Support to the Managing Director
* Manage the Managing Director's diary, meetings, travel arrangements and accommodation, ensuring timely responses, effective scheduling and adherence to company policies.
* Prepare reports, presentations, meeting minutes, briefings and internal communications, ensuring the Managing Director is fully informed on key priorities and projects.
* Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas, documentation and meeting packs.
* Support attendance at external events and assist in communicating key information across the Management Team and wider business.
Office Management & Administration
* Maintain the London Head Office environment, coordinating office maintenance, cleaning, repairs and supplier relationships to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
* Act as the main contact for office suppliers and service providers, monitoring service levels and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.
* Manage office supplies, equipment and facilities, ensuring meeting rooms and communal spaces are maintained to a high standard.
* Welcome visitors, arrange refreshments and provide support for internal meetings, training sessions and events.
* Manage meeting room calendars and maintain accurate office documentation, policies and procedures.
* Deliver engaging internal communications in partnership with key stakeholders, including ownership of the bi-weekly newsletter and internal communication channels.
* Create and maintain content for local and global internal communication platforms, ensuring information remains current and engaging.
* Deliver onboarding experiences for new starters, including office inductions, tours and guidance on ways of working.
* Act as Fire Marshal and, if desired, undertake First Aider training.
Employee Engagement & Culture
* Take ownership of the annual social events programme, managing planning, budgets, communications and delivery to support a positive and engaging workplace culture.
Travel & Budget Management
* Manage the Head Office travel budget and oversee employee setup and training on the company travel platform.
Finance & Purchasing
* Manage office purchase orders, including annual recurring expenditure and ad hoc requests.
* Work closely with Finance and suppliers to ensure effective cost control and value for money across office operations.
Project Management
* Coordinate and support business-wide projects, managing timelines, actions and stakeholder communication through to completion.
Requirements
* Strong experience in office management, executive support or PA roles.
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with confidence working alongside senior stakeholders.
* Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused, with the ability to anticipate business needs in a fast-paced environment.
* Collaborative approach with a passion for continuous improvement and delivering high standards