Office Manager

• Annual Salary: £38,000 - £45,000
• Location: IG11
• Job Type: Full-time, On-site
• Must be a car driver

We are seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee and ensure the smooth operation of our client's office. This role involves supervising the Office Administrator, maintaining office standards, and supporting senior management to drive best practices across the business. The ideal candidate will have a background in the construction industry and familiarity with ISO 9001 standards.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Supervise the Office Administrator and oversee the general office operations.
• Maintain the office to a high standard, ensuring it is well-equipped and properly stocked at all times.
• Handle answering and screening of telephone calls.
• Manage office supply costs, ensuring best value for money.
• Maintain office correspondence, including managing post and drafting, formatting, and filing documents.
• Onboard new starters, including handling DBS applications and ID document checks.
• Monitor staff absence, annual leave, and sickness records.
• Identify and monitor appropriate training and development courses for staff.
• Plan and coordinate company events, including mid-year and end-of-year events, team building activities, and presentations.
• Assist with various audits such as ISO, Health and Safety, and FORS to ensure compliance.
• Manage the vehicle fleet, including overseeing MOTs and repairs.
• Frequently interact with Heads of Department and support their requests.
• Work closely with Senior Management to develop and implement best practice standards across the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Office Manager, preferably within the construction industry.
• Understanding and experience with ISO 9001.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Due to the office location, own transport is required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Standard pension.
• Annual leave starting at 20 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 25 days after one year and 30 days after five years.

To apply for this Office Manager position, please submit your CV.

Many thanks