Office Manager – 12‑month Fixed‑Term (London)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Office Manager to join a leading international financial services firm in London on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. The role is hands‑on and focused on ensuring the office runs smoothly while providing high‑level administrative support to senior leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of day‑to‑day office operations, maintaining a professional and welcoming environment.
• Provide administrative assistance to C‑suite executives and senior managers.
• Coordinate with global administrative teams to deliver consistent support across international locations.
• Manage the employee lifecycle – onboarding, equipment allocation, inductions and leaver processes.
• Oversee office logistics such as seating plans, access control, facilities and workplace supplies.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, process expenses and support corporate card administration.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors and service providers, handling invoices and service requests.
• Organise meetings, visitor reception, catering and internal events.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and workplace culture programmes.

Required profile

• Previous experience in office management, facilities coordination or executive administration.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Proactive self‑starter who takes ownership and finds solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience supporting international teams or senior executives is a plus.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• 12‑month fixed‑term contract with a dynamic, global financial services organisation.