Facilities and Workspace Manager - London

Compass Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in London is seeking a Facilities and Workplace Manager to oversee office management, coordinate services, and ensure a positive workplace environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in facilities management and a proficiency in managing supplier relationships and compliance standards. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Solid management background in facilities and workplace management within a corporate environment.
• Confidence managing hard and soft service contracts and supplier relationships.
• Understanding of compliance requirements, health & safety obligations, and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end management of the office environment.
• Coordinate and enhance key service areas within the facility.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

Facility management

Contract management

Health & safety compliance

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Facilities and Workplace Manager

London (SE1)

Up to £53,000 per annum, depending on experience.

What you'll be doing

As our Facilities and Workplace Manager, you'll oversee the end-to-end management of our office environment, ensuring it remains safe, welcoming, and efficient. You'll be responsible for coordinating and enhancing key service areas, including:

• Hard services: Overseeing maintenance, statutory compliance, and building operations. You'll ensure processes, policies, and legislation are adhered to.
• Cleaning: Daily upkeep, hygiene standards, and supplier coordination
• Guest & customer services: Reception, front-of-house experience, and meeting room management
• Office administration: Supplies, post and general support for day-to-day office activities
• Contract Management: Manage and monitor hard and soft FM, ensuring compliance with SLAs and KPIs.
• Operational Excellence: Lead the daily operations of hard and soft FM to deliver high-quality standards, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with the client and suppliers to ensure alignment and collaboration.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to service delivery, compliance, and financial performance, ensuring a safe environment for staff and visitors.

You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Have a solid management background in facilities and workplace management within a corporate environment
• Are confident managing hard and soft service contracts and supplier relationships
• Understand compliance requirements, health & safety obligations, and building regulations, particularly relating to hard services
• Take pride in creating a safe, positive, and productive workplace for colleagues and clients
• Are highly organised, solutions-focused, and great with people at all levels

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!