Office Manager

Baker Recruitment Group Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Office Manager in Manchester. The role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring efficient processes. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and experience in office management. The position offers a salary of GBP 40K with 22 days plus bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in office management or a related administrative role.
• Experience in team leadership or people management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate office staff to maintain a productive and positive work environment.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day office operations by managing administrative systems and workflows.
• Monitor and improve internal processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Liaise professionally with clients and contractors, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, and communications to support team effectiveness.
• Oversee office supplies, equipment, and maintenance to ensure a well-functioning workplace.

Skills

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities

Proficient in office software and systems

Clear and professional communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Experience in dealing with external stakeholders

Job description

Purpose of the Role

To oversee the daily operations of the office, manage and motivate staff, implement and maintain efficient systems and processes, and act as a key liaison between the company, clients, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate office staff to maintain a productive and positive work environment.
• Ensure smooth day‑to‑day office operations by managing administrative systems and workflows.
• Monitor and improve internal processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Liaise professionally with clients and contractors, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, and communications to support team effectiveness.
• Oversee office supplies, equipment, and maintenance to ensure a well‑functioning workplace.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities
• Proficient in office software and systems
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Experience in dealing with external stakeholders

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in office management or a related administrative role
• Experience in team leadership or people management

Monday to Friday 8am - 4.00pm

Salary GBP40K, 22 days + banks holidays

Baker Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation, or age. We act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.