Office Manager

MWH Treatment; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water sector provider in Bournemouth is seeking an Office Manager to oversee the administration and management of office facilities. You will ensure smooth operations while supporting senior leaders and engaging in professional development. Ideal candidates will have significant office management experience and strong IT skills including proficiency in SharePoint and MS Office. The role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Car or car allowance

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Contribution pension scheme

Life assurance

Health and private medical insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounts and Kids Pass

Qualifications

• Experience working as an office manager in an office environment.
• Premises management experience and knowledge.
• Excellent IT skills, including SharePoint and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage office premises, facilities, and administrative services.
• Interface with landlords and service providers.
• Support project teams with GRN's and financial activities.

Skills

Office management experience

Strong administrative skills

Customer service experience

Excellent IT skills

Strong written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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About The Role

We are looking to strengthen our Administration team with an Office Manager based in Bournemouth.

You will report directly to the Framework Director, and your role will include management and administration of shared office and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage office premises, facilities, and administrative services to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations.
• Interface with landlords, reception, and other service providers.
• Promote office initiatives, communications, and fundraising events.
• Develop and manage online and manual filing systems.
• Carry out administrative tasks ensuring compliance with BMS and document management systems.
• Support and assist nominated Senior Leaders in MWHT.
• Participate in external networking, conferences, associations, and groups relevant to the role for professional development.
• Maintain a positive, solution-oriented approach, providing honest feedback.
• Undertake additional duties, training, and hours as reasonably required, consistent with the role's responsibilities.
• Present a professional and positive image in all internal and external contacts, maintaining constructive relationships.
• Ensure appropriate confidentiality at all times.
• Support project teams with GRN's and other financial activities.

About You

Essential:

• Experience working as an office manager in an office environment.
• Premises management experience and knowledge.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent IT skills, including SharePoint, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and social media.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

About Us

MWH Treatment is an integrated design and build provider working in the water sector. With over 1400 staff across eight regional centres, supporting multiple frameworks, we operate both as a sole contractor and in joint ventures and alliances.

We believe that people matter. We foster a diverse workforce that promotes innovative thinking and provides opportunities for growth. Our environment encourages development, embracing diversity to attract and retain talented individuals.

As signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant, we support ex-veterans and initiatives like Mates in Mind to promote mental health. We live these values daily.

What MWH Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working (role dependent)
• Car or car allowance (role dependent)
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with an option to buy 5 additional days
• Contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and private medical insurance
• Additional benefits such as cycle-to-work scheme, discounts, and Kids Pass