Office & Facilities Manager

NRL Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Recruitment in Manchester (Deansgate) is seeking an experienced Office & Facilities Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day running of the office. The role focuses on creating a professional, welcoming environment and ensuring smooth operations on a 5‑day on‑site pattern.

You’ll manage facilities, budgeting, supplier relationships and health & safety, delivering a hands‑on role with real impact on the workplace experience. Strong MS Office skills and proactive independence are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in office management or facilities management.
• Budgeting, supplier management and basic financial processes.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to handle competing priorities with professionalism.
• Strong communication abilities when liaising with staff, suppliers and visitors.
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day operation of the Manchester office, ensuring it remains safe, professional and well maintained.
• Act as the main point of contact for facilities, buildings and office‑related matters, working with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Oversee repairs, maintenance and contractor activity, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Manage office supplies, equipment and consumables to maintain working order and stock levels.
• Support budgeting, expenditure monitoring and invoice processing for office‑related costs.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental compliance, including relevant checks and documentation.
• Oversee office security and access systems and ensure consistent application of safety procedures.
• Deliver local onboarding, ensuring a welcoming induction for new starters.

Skills

Office management

Budgeting

Organisational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Office & Facilities Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day running of our Manchester (Deansgate) office. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on creating a professional, welcoming environment and enjoys ensuring everything runs smoothly. It’s a great opportunity to use your organisational and facilities expertise in a varied position that has real impact.

Location and Working Pattern

Manchester, Deansgate – 5 days on site. Easily accessible via train / tram.

Client Overview

Our client is a respected organisation with a strong presence across the UK and internationally. They operate in a dynamic professional sector, providing high‑quality services to clients and colleagues alike. The successful candidate will play a key part in maintaining a well‑run workplace aligned with the company’s operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day operation of the Manchester office, ensuring it remains safe, professional and well maintained.
• Act as the main point of contact for facilities, buildings and office‑related matters, working with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Oversee repairs, maintenance and contractor activity, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Manage office supplies, equipment and consumables to maintain working order and stock levels.
• Support budgeting, expenditure monitoring and invoice processing for office‑related costs.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental compliance, including relevant checks and documentation.
• Oversee office security and access systems and ensure consistent application of safety procedures.
• Deliver local onboarding, ensuring a welcoming induction for new starters.

Must‑have Requirements

• Proven experience in office management, facilities management or a similar role.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, supplier management and basic financial processes.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to handle competing priorities with professionalism.
• Strong communication abilities when liaising with staff, suppliers and visitors.
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Confident, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Familiarity with compliance, purchasing or HR administration.
• Experience managing health and safety processes or audits.

Contract

12‑month contract position in Manchester.

If you’re a self‑motivated Office & Facilities professional looking for a hands‑on role where you’ll truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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