Office Manager

Tiger Recruitment Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Tiger Recruitment Ltd. in London is seeking an Office Manager to oversee the smooth running of the studio, covering operations, HR, IT and financial administration. This hands-on role partners with directors and the team to ensure efficient processes and compliance.

The ideal candidate has at least five years in office management, strong numerical and budgeting skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach with excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in office management or operations.
• Strong numerical skills with reconciliations, budgets and VAT.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and time management.
• Proactive, independent worker with good communication and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily studio operations, facilities, and building management.
• Manage subscriptions, contracts, records, travel and general administration.
• Coordinate HR administration including recruitment, onboarding and offboarding.
• Oversee health and safety and IT provision.
• Manage financial administration, including expenses, invoices and payroll liaison.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare financial reporting.

Skills

Office management

Financial administration

HR administration

Accounting fundamentals

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Xero

Job description

Office Manager Location: London, WestJob type: PermanentHours:9am – 6pm (4.30pm finish on Fridays) Salary: £45k - £50k DOE Our client, a well-established interior design studio in West London, is seeking a proactive Office Manager to oversee the smooth running of the studio. This varied, hands-on role covers operations, HR, IT and financial administration, working closely with the directors and wider team.

What you'll do

• Oversee daily studio operations, facilities, suppliers, office supplies, storage and building management.
• Manage subscriptions, insurance, contracts, records, travel, events and general administration, providing PA support as required.
• Coordinate HR administration, including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, staff records, leave and liaison with external HR providers.
• Oversee health and safety compliance, office equipment and the external IT provider.
• Manage financial administration, including expenses, invoices, payments, VAT, payroll liaison and bookkeeping.
• Monitor cash flow, profit and loss, outstanding payments and financial reporting, supporting year-end accounts.
• Manage project finances, including contracts, budgets, deposits, design fee invoicing, reconciliations and project closures.
• Maintain accurate financial records and spreadsheets, investigating discrepancies and ensuring deadlines are met.

Who you are

• At least five years' experience in office management, operations or a similar role, with strong financial administration experience.
• Strong numerical skills and confidence with reconciliations, budgets, VAT and financial reporting.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and time management.
• A proactive, commercially minded self-starter who can work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, discretion and a professional, approachable manner.
• A flexible, hands-on team player with strong problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with Xero or similar accounting software.

What's on offer

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme

If this sounds like the right fit for your skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you.

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