Job Title: Office Manager
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Contract Details: Full-time, Monday-Friday 7am-5pm (negotiable)
Salary: £40K-£50K
Industry: Construction, Building, Property, Highway
About Our Client:
Our client is an established and secure organisation within the construction and highways industry. They are a rapidly expanding company, with scope for growth and international business opportunities. As a private equity-backed company, they offer stability, security, and exciting prospects for the future. With a recent restructuring, our client is on the lookout for a dedicated Office Manager to join their team and contribute to their continued success.
Benefits & Perks:
- Stability and security
- Largest company in its industry in the UK, with ongoing expansion
- Industry-leading benefits including a competitive salary, company pension scheme, employee rewards scheme, life assurance with 24/7 GP appointments, and more!
- Access to Internal Academy and Career Development opportunities
- £750 Refer A Friend Scheme
- Fill Your Boots Rewards - save an average of £400 per year
- Toothfairy - Free dental advice through an app, with prescriptions available within 24hrs!
Responsibilities:
- Take full ownership of the office, ensuring exceptional standards are maintained
- Lead and build a strong team, taking responsibility for recruitment, coaching, and performance development
- Provide day-to-day support to the team, acting as a point of contact and offering guidance and assistance
- Conduct regular check-ins, observe performance, provide personal development opportunities, and offer desk-side coaching
- Oversee office operations, including administrative tasks and ensuring smooth workflow
- Foster a positive and supportive work environment, promoting teamwork and a high level of morale
- Manage annual leave and absences, ensuring adequate coverage and effective handovers
Essential:
- Previous experience as an Office Manager or in a similar leadership role
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to be approachable yet firm
- Experience within the construction and/or highways industry preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to recruit, train, and develop a successful team
- Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills
Desirable:
- Knowledge of traffic management or infrastructure safety
- Experience working in a private equity-backed company
- Understanding of office management best practises
Technologies:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Familiarity with office management software and tools
How to apply:
If you are a resilient and positive individual who enjoys challenges and thrives in a leadership role, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the position of Office Manager, please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our client's team.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
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