Facilities Manager

Crone Corkill; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Facilities Manager to lead a high-performing team in a vibrant London office. This hands-on role involves managing a large office space, ensuring exceptional workplace experiences, and overseeing key supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to facilities management. With a focus on health and safety compliance and workplace presentation, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization. Join a forward-thinking team that values energy and enthusiasm in creating inspiring office environments.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

33 days holiday

Paid volunteer time

Gym membership options

Retail discounts

Time Off in Lieu (TOIL)

Access to vibrant internal communities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing office facilities (minimum 10,000 sq. ft).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 6-8, ensuring smooth operation of a large office space.
• Oversee supplier relationships and manage service contracts effectively.

Skills

Team Management

Facilities Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Negotiation Skills

Event Planning

Education

IOSH Certification

IWFM Level 4 (or equivalent)

Job description

This range is provided by Crone Corkill. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Our client, a leading organisation with a dynamic and professional office environment, is hiring a Facilities Manager to join their team.

Based in a vibrant City of London office, this is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about delivering exceptional workplace experiences and managing high-performing facilities teams. This is a hands-on, people-focused role, ideal for a confident leader who thrives in a varied, fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will manage a team of 6–8 people, oversee key supplier relationships, and ensure the smooth operation of a 10,000+ sq. ft office space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Line management of 6+ team members; candidates must have previous experience managing a team of at least 4 people.
• Previous Corporate office experience needed!
• Oversight of two front-of-house desks, ensuring a warm, professional, and welcoming visitor experience.
• Management of soft and hard service contracts, including caterers, cleaners, and maintenance providers.
• Taking a proactive role in office operations—able to switch between high-level negotiations and hands-on tasks when needed.
• Supporting business continuity by maintaining excellent workplace standards (e.g., tidiness, presentation).
• Leading space planning, desk allocation, and furniture management.
• Organising and delivering office events and large-scale projects (including a major upcoming £1m initiative).
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety legislation, completing regular safety checks and risk assessments.
• Acting as keyholder and first responder for out-of-hours callouts.
• Collaborating closely with landlords, building management, and other stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience managing office facilities (minimum 10,000 sq. ft), including line management of at least 4 people.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate a diverse team.
• Detail-oriented and passionate about workplace presentation and experience.
• Flexible, with a “roll your sleeves up” approach to challenges.
• IOSH certification and IWFM Level 4 (or equivalent) preferred.
• Must live locally due to keyholder responsibilities.
• Hours: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
• Fully office-based, with potential for one day of remote working after 6 months.
• Smart-casual dress code in a tech-forward, relaxed environment.
• TOIL (Time Off in Lieu) offered for additional hours worked.
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), plus your birthday off.
• Private medical insurance and wellbeing support.
• Family-friendly policies and paid volunteer time.
• Perks including retail discounts, gym membership options, and more.
• Access to vibrant internal communities and employee-run social groups.

Our client is seeking someone who brings genuine energy and enthusiasm to workplace management. If you’re a motivated, hands-on facilities professional who takes pride in creating inspiring office environments, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Administrative, and General Business

• Industries

  Facilities Services, Professional Services, and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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