Office Manager

KCGroup; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KCGroup is seeking an experienced Office Manager to cover a temporary assignment in the Facilities function. The role will manage a team of seven, oversee day-to-day operations, and support business continuity. The position offers a flexible setup with around one day in the office per week, and fully remote working may be considered for the right candidate.

Location: Lichfield. Rate: from £23.08 per hour (PAYE) to £29.92 per hour (UMB). Contract: Temporary up to six weeks with a handover.

Qualifications

• Previous Office Manager experience.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Experience overseeing office operations and administrative functions.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Managing and supporting a team of 7 staff
• Overseeing day-to-day office operations
• Coordinating facilities and administrative activities
• Ensuring business continuity during a period of absence
• Supporting stakeholders across the wider business
• Maintaining efficient processes and operational standards

Skills

People management

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Autonomy

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Office Manager to join a leading national healthcare and support services organisation on a temporary basis.

This assignment is to provide cover within the Facilities function during a period of annual leave and will run for approximately six weeks, including a handover period.

The Role As Office Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the department while managing a team of seven employees. You will provide leadership, support business continuity, and ensure the smooth running of office and facilities-related activities.

The role offers a flexible working arrangement, with approximately one day per week in the office. Fully remote working may also be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities of the Office Manager role:

• Managing and supporting a team of 7 staff
• Overseeing day-to-day office operations
• Coordinating facilities and administrative activities
• Ensuring business continuity during a period of absence
• Supporting stakeholders across the wider business
• Maintaining efficient processes and operational standards

To be considered for the Office Manager role, you must have:

• Previous Office Manager experience
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities
• Experience overseeing office operations and administrative functions
• The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities

Key Information about the Office Manager:

• Location: Lichfield
• Rate:from £23.08 per hour (PAYE)-£29.92 per hour (UMB)
• Contract: Temporary Assignment (Up to 6 Weeks)
• Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred