Office & Facilities Manager

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bank

Holiday purchase scheme

Healthcare

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

8% Employer Pension Contribution

Enhanced Family Leave

Discounted Pet Food

Job summary

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee day-to-day city centre office operations, ensuring a professional, safe and well-managed workplace. The role coordinates facilities, front‑of‑house services, H&S compliance, supplier management and the employee experience in a busy environment.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organised and able to handle a wide range of tasks with discretion.

Qualifications

• Methodical, organised and flexible approach to work.
• Effective listening and clear written/spoken communication.
• Professional demeanour and discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise across multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations to maintain a professional, welcoming environment.
• Manage facilities, security, maintenance, office moves, desks, meeting rooms and shared spaces.
• Coordinate with landlords, building management and external service providers.
• Lead health and safety compliance, risk assessments, drills and training.
• Support onboarding/offboarding from an office perspective (workstations, equipment, access).
• Monitor budgets, raise POs, approve invoices within authority and seek cost-saving options.
• Organise office communications and events; handle visitor procedures and access controls.

Skills

Facilities Management

MS Office

Education

IOSH

Health & Safety qualification

Job description

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee day-to-day city centre office operations, ensuring a professional, safe and well-managed workplace. The role coordinates facilities, front‑of‑house services, H&S compliance, supplier management and the employee experience in a busy environment.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organised and able to handle a wide range of tasks with discretion.