Office Manager
Full-time
Mid
Description
We are working on behalf of a well-established professional practice to recruit an experienced Office Manager for their Witney office. This is a key, hands-on role that sits at the heart of the business, supporting both the local office and the wider practice.
This opportunity would suit a confident and organised Office Manager who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a varied role, and is comfortable managing people, processes, and priorities.
The Role
As Office Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Oxford office while providing high-quality administrative and operational support across the wider practice.
Key responsibilities include:
• Managing administrative staff, office resources, and workflows
• Overseeing office facilities to ensure a safe, efficient, and positive working environment
• Acting as the local HR liaison, supporting employee lifecycle activities and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting senior stakeholders with office budgeting and resource allocation
• Delivering comprehensive administrative support including document preparation, travel arrangements, and supply management
• Coordinating tender and bid documentation, ensuring compliance with guidelines and deadlines
• Organising meetings (on-site and virtual), preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing follow-up actions
• Managing calendars, site access, audits, and databases in line with compliance and retention requirements
• Supporting reception and communications, including calls, emails, and correspondence
• Maintaining CRM data and supporting marketing and client engagement activity
• Promoting company values, supporting ISO compliance, and contributing to a collaborative, inclusive workplace
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
• Proven experience in an Office Manager or senior administration role
• Strong administrative background with excellent organisational and planning skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Project
• Experience managing or supervising staff (highly desirable)
• Knowledge of the construction or professional services sector (advantageous but not essential)
• A proactive, adaptable approach and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders
What’s on Offer
• A varied and responsible position within a respected professional practice
• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping office operations and culture
• A supportive working environment with scope for professional development
• Flexibility to WFH two days per week
This opportunity would suit a confident and organised Office Manager who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a varied role, and is comfortable managing people, processes, and priorities.
The Role
As Office Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Oxford office while providing high-quality administrative and operational support across the wider practice.
Key responsibilities include:
• Managing administrative staff, office resources, and workflows
• Overseeing office facilities to ensure a safe, efficient, and positive working environment
• Acting as the local HR liaison, supporting employee lifecycle activities and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting senior stakeholders with office budgeting and resource allocation
• Delivering comprehensive administrative support including document preparation, travel arrangements, and supply management
• Coordinating tender and bid documentation, ensuring compliance with guidelines and deadlines
• Organising meetings (on-site and virtual), preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing follow-up actions
• Managing calendars, site access, audits, and databases in line with compliance and retention requirements
• Supporting reception and communications, including calls, emails, and correspondence
• Maintaining CRM data and supporting marketing and client engagement activity
• Promoting company values, supporting ISO compliance, and contributing to a collaborative, inclusive workplace
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
• Proven experience in an Office Manager or senior administration role
• Strong administrative background with excellent organisational and planning skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Project
• Experience managing or supervising staff (highly desirable)
• Knowledge of the construction or professional services sector (advantageous but not essential)
• A proactive, adaptable approach and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders
What’s on Offer
• A varied and responsible position within a respected professional practice
• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping office operations and culture
• A supportive working environment with scope for professional development
• Flexibility to WFH two days per week