Office Manager

Crone Corkill; Loughton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing FM services firm in Loughton seeks an experienced Office Manager to oversee compliance and operations. This key role requires strong organizational and administrative skills, with responsibilities ranging from supporting ISO audits to managing daily office tasks. Ideal candidates have a proactive attitude and must be able to work full-time on-site. Competitive salary of £45,000 offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy office, operations, compliance or admin support role.
• Exposure to ISO audits and accreditations (essential).
• Confidence liaising with external partners such as insurers and brokers.

Responsibilities

• Support ISO audits and maintain accreditations.
• Provide PA-style support to the Director.
• Manage fleet and insurance coordination with brokers.
• Oversee HR administration and general office operations.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisation skills

Multitasking skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Job description

Office Manager

Location: Loughton (Office-based, 5 days per week)
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (9am–5pm)
Salary: £45,000
Start Date: Immediate

Is this the role for you?

Our client, a fast‑growing FM services business with two neighbouring offices in Loughton, is seeking a highly organized Office Manager / Compliance & Operations Coordinator to support their operational and leadership team. This is a key role within a busy environment of 8 office staff, 25 payroll employees and 15 subcontractors, ideal for someone who thrives in a varied, fast‑paced position and enjoys taking ownership of multiple workstreams.

What you will do:

You will play a vital role in the smooth day‑to‑day running of the office while taking ownership of key compliance and administrative duties. Your responsibilities will include supporting ISO audits and maintaining accreditations, updating forms, and providing PA‑style support to the Director with diary and administrative tasks. You’ll also manage fleet and insurance coordination with brokers, oversee HR administration, and support general office operations across both sites. Working closely with staff, subcontractors and the wider management team, you’ll assist with a range of coordination tasks to keep everything running efficiently. This is a hands‑on, varied position where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to work with a collaborative and supportive operational team.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in a busy office, operations, compliance or admin support role
• Exposure to ISO audits and accreditations (essential)
• Strong communication, organisation and multitasking skills
• Confidence liaising with external partners such as insurers and brokers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and systems/portals
• A proactive, dependable and professional attitude
• Ability to work full‑time onsite in Loughton
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

Apply now to join a busy, supportive operations team and take on a central role within this expanding FM organisation.