Office Manager

About the role

Our client, based in Hatfield Peverel, is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee daily operations and provide executive support. The role is full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 8:30 am‑5 pm, and is based on‑site with free parking.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the office and operational functions.
• Manage and support office staff, allocate workloads and provide training.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve company processes and procedures.
• Produce operational reports and management information for Directors.
• Attend management meetings and produce detailed minutes and action plans.
• Act as the central point of contact between departments to ensure effective communication.
• Manage office suppliers and service providers, purchasing equipment and consumables.
• Ensure meeting rooms and office environments remain fully operational.
• Manage diaries, meetings and travel arrangements, including UK and international travel.
• Coordinate company events, meetings and conferences.
• Prepare presentations and documentation for senior management.
• Handle customer and partner enquiries, complaints and escalated issues.
• Raise customer invoices, proforma invoices and sales orders; assist with credit control.
• Monitor budgets and project costs, preparing monthly financial reports.
• Liaise with Finance regarding payments, purchase orders and reconciliations.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and training of new employees; maintain HR records.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Office Manager or in a similar administrative role.
• Ability to manage office staff and coordinate multiple departments.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience handling finance‑related tasks such as invoicing, budgeting and credit control.
• Experience arranging travel, events and meetings.
• Familiarity with basic HR administration.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary £35,000‑£38,000 per year.
• Permanent full‑time contract.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Standard office hours Monday‑Friday 8:30‑5.
• Office‑based role in Hatfield Peverel.