Office Manager and Executive Assistant

Search Consultancy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established consultancy in Manchester is seeking a proactive Office Manager / Executive Assistant to enhance office efficiency and support the team. This role involves multitasking in a dynamic environment, managing diaries, and ensuring smooth office operations. With a friendly culture and commitment to excellence, this company offers a range of benefits, including private medical insurance and generous annual leave. If you're passionate about organization and want to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension - 10% employer contribution

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Holiday Buy Back Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye tests & flu jabs

Mileage paid at 45p per mile

Company subsistence & travel costs covered

Professional membership fees paid

Mobile phone & laptop provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Office Manager or Executive Assistant.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and people skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support Directors with diary management and travel bookings.
• Manage office operations and ensure a welcoming environment.
• Assist with invoicing, supplier payments, and team support.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Job description

Office Manager / Executive Assistant

Manchester City Centre | £33,000 - £36,000 per annum

Are you the ultimate multitasker with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Ready to be the go-to person in a busy, dynamic office environment? We're looking for an Office Manager / Executive Assistant to join our vibrant, growing team based in the heart of Manchester City Centre.

We're a well-established, professional consultancy that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and delivering outstanding results for clients. With a friendly, supportive culture and a high-performing team, we're all about making an impact while enjoying what we do.

Hours: Flexible working hours (full-time), with office presence required 4-5 days per week.

What you'll be doing:

️ Personal Assistant Support

• Be the right-hand support to the Directors, keeping diaries organised and meetings running like clockwork
• Book hotels, trains, restaurants - no travel drama on your watch!

Office Management

• Keep our office looking sharp, stocked, and running smoothly
• Take charge of post, deliveries, and switchboard cover
• Act as Fire Marshal & Health & Safety lead (don't worry - we'll keep you trained up!)
• Handle building maintenance and ensure daily back-ups are completed
• Welcome visitors with warmth- make sure they all have drinks

Finance & Invoicing

• Support monthly invoicing and supplier payments
• Keep an eye on company subscriptions and snag the best deals

Team & Staff Support

• Help the team hit project deadlines with travel bookings, diary management, printing, binding, and admin support
• Coordinate training courses, IT support, new starter onboarding, and filing systems

Documents & Systems

• Maintain company templates, archiving, and job systems
• Keep the website updated (don't worry - no coding required!)

Meetings & Events

• Organise internal and external meetings, including agendas and minutes
• Plan company events, coordinate invites, book venues, arrange food, and track costs

Benefits you'll love:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension - generous 10% employer contribution
• Annual Leave - 25 days + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme - purchase up to 5 extra days of annual leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye tests & flu jabs provided
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile
• Company subsistence & travel costs covered
• Professional membership fees paid
• Mobile phone & laptop provided
• On-site gym access
• Regular company events & socials

The ideal candidate:

We're looking for someone who:
️ Has proven experience as an Office Manager or Executive Assistant
️ Brings excellent organisational, communication, and people skills
️ Is confident juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
️ Has strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
️ Pays great attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high standards
️ Has a professional, friendly, and proactive approach

Bonus points if you've previously worked as an Office Manager or Executive Assistant within a planning consultancy or similar professional services environment!

About Us:
Our company has grown from humble beginnings in Manchester to become a leading planning and development firm within the UK. We specialise in delivering strategic and commercially attractive development solutions across various sectors, including residential, retail, and commercial projects. Our team is passionate about creating strong, long-term relationships with clients by adding real value to every project.

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Search 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.