Office Manager

1st Step Solutions Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Step Solutions Ltd is seeking an Office Manager to enhance operations at their Bristol office. The role involves managing daily office activities, supervising the admin team, and ensuring effective communication across teams. Applicants should have prior experience in office management and possess strong organisational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in office management or senior administrative role.
• Strong multitasking and organisational skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations and ensure smooth workflow.
• Manage existing admin team.
• Support HR processes including onboarding and timesheets.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Education

HR or Business Administration qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Office Manager
Location: Bristol (BS3)
Employment Type: Full time, 40 hours a week
Salary: Negotiable, based on level of experience and industry knowledge
Job Reference: OM1706SD

Here at 1st Step Solutions, we are supporting a leading established M&E contractor who are currently recruiting an Office Manager to join their expanding team based in Bedminster.

Role Overview

The Office Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of a busy contracting office. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring administrative processes run smoothly, supporting project teams, and maintaining a professional working environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Oversee daily office operations and ensure smooth workflow.

· Manage existing admin team in the duties they undertake below

· Act as the central point of contact for internal teams, clients, and suppliers.

· Manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities - including maintenance and procurement.

· Assist with, health & safety compliance records, contractor documentation, processing invoices, purchase orders, and expenses.

· Support HR processes including onboarding, timesheets, absence tracking, and maintaining employee records.

· Maintain project files and ensure proper archiving of job documentation.

· Implement and improve office systems, processes, and procedures.

· Support directors and project managers with ad hoc tasks and reporting.

Requirements

· Proven experience in a similar office management or senior administrative role, preferably in the construction or M&E sector

· Strong organisational and multitasking skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

· Ability to work independently and use initiative to solve problems

· Understanding of basic finance/admin processes (e.g., invoicing, petty cash, expenses)

· A friendly, professional approach with strong team ethic

Desirable Qualifications / Skills

· HR or Business Administration qualifications

· Experience supporting project managers or engineering teams

How to apply for this role:
To apply for this role, please respond to this advert or send a copy of your CV to , or for more information, please call our Bristol office on 0117 332 6633.

If you do not hear from us within 10 days, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file for any future suitable vacancies and contact you accordingly.