Office Manager

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Practice Manager to support strategic and operational effectiveness. This role offers a unique chance to shape business operations and enhance team performance in a creative environment. You will oversee key functions such as HR and internal communications, while leading teams in a collaborative and values-driven setting. With a focus on continuous improvement and strong organizational skills, you will help the studio thrive and adapt in an evolving landscape. Enjoy hybrid working arrangements and a competitive benefits package as you contribute to meaningful projects.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Training Support

Competitive Salary

Health & Safety Initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in practice/studio operations within a creative environment.
• Strong organizational skills and proactive management of systems and people.

Responsibilities

• Oversee studio-wide functions including HR, quality assurance, and IT coordination.
• Lead administrative, graphics, and communications teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

HR Management

Internal Communications

Performance Management

Proactivity

Strategic Leadership

Tools

SharePoint

MS Teams

Resource Planning Software

Job description

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About the Studio

This respected, interdisciplinary design studio brings together landscape architects, urban designers, and ecologists to deliver nature-led, resilient places across the UK. With a strong reputation in the residential, infrastructure, and strategic land sectors, the practice is committed to design that makes a positive and lasting impact.

Located in the heart of Birmingham, the studio is entering an exciting new phase of development—investing in its internal operations to support long-term growth, creativity, and efficiency. This role offers a rare opportunity to help shape how the business runs and supports its people.

About the Role

As Practice Manager, you’ll play a central role in supporting the strategic and operational effectiveness of the business. Reporting directly to the Directors, you’ll oversee studio-wide functions including HR, quality assurance, health & safety, internal communications, and IT coordination.

You’ll lead the administrative, graphics, and communications teams while acting as the key liaison for external consultants and suppliers. From day-to-day operations to long-term planning, you’ll help ensure the studio runs smoothly, supports its people effectively, and is set up to thrive.

This is a hands-on and strategic opportunity for someone who thrives on continuous improvement, strong organisation, and enabling a creative team to do their best work. You’ll be part of a collaborative, values-driven environment with access to hybrid working, flexible arrangements, and training support—alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

About You

• You have 5+ years’ experience in practice/studio operations, ideally within a creative or consultancy environment
• You’re highly organised, proactive, and confident managing systems, people, and performance
• You’ve led on HR processes, staff onboarding, and internal communications
• You’re familiar with collaborative tools such as SharePoint, MS Teams, and resource planning software
• You’re confident balancing strategic leadership with operational detail
• You communicate clearly, manage relationships well, and are comfortable leading internal teams
• You’re motivated by continuous improvement and want to help shape how a studio evolves

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