Office & Communications Manager

MADE Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure

Supportive team culture with regular social events

Job summary

An international architecture and design studio is seeking an Office & Communications Manager for their London team. This dynamic role combines studio operations with creative bid support, requiring 2-3 years' experience, strong InDesign skills, and excellent organisational capabilities. The studio offers a vibrant, collaborative environment, comprehensive annual leave, and regular social events to foster team culture. Ideal for a detail-oriented professional comfortable managing various priorities.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in a similar office/communications role.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Professional and discreet when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily studio operations ensuring a smooth workspace.
• Support preparation of RFP submissions and project presentations.
• Assist with invoicing and expense tracking.

Skills

Strong InDesign skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

A highly creative, international architecture and design studio is looking for an Office & Communications Manager to join its London team.

This is a varied and hands on role, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing studio operations with creative bid and marketing support. You’ll play a key role in keeping the studio running smoothly while also contributing to beautifully presented RFP submissions and marketing materials.

The Studio

• International, multidisciplinary design practice
• Projects spanning architecture, urban design, interiors and landscape
• Strong design ethos rooted in context, culture and place
• Collaborative, multicultural team environment

The Role

Office Management

• Oversee daily studio operations and ensure a smooth-running workspace
• Manage suppliers, office equipment and external vendors
• Act as key point of contact for visitors, calls and general enquiries
• Coordinate meetings, travel and team schedules
• Support HR processes including recruitment and onboarding
• Assist with invoicing, expense tracking and filing systems
• Liaise with external IT support when needed
• Organise team socials and studio events

Communications & Bids

• Support preparation of RFP submissions and project presentations
• Design and format high quality, branded bid documents
• Create graphics, layouts and visual content for submissions
• Maintain templates and brand consistency
• Assist with marketing materials including brochures and digital content

What They’re Looking For

• 2 - 3 years’ experience in a similar office/communications role
• Strong InDesign skills (essential); Photoshop and Illustrator a bonus
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident managing multiple priorities independently
• Professional, discreet and comfortable handling confidential information
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work within an international, design led studio
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure
• Supportive team culture with regular social events

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