Office Manager - Construction

Henley Chase; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local property company in Cheltenham is seeking a proactive Manager to oversee office operations and maintenance coordination. Responsibilities include managing repair requests, office administration, and basic financial tasks. Ideal candidates have experience in office management or property administration, are familiar with accounting software like Sage, and possess strong multitasking and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in office management or property administration is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Sage is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office administration and act as the first point of contact.
• Coordinate maintenance requests and ensure high standards of completion.
• Handle basic financial tasks including invoicing and budget tracking.

Skills

Office Management

Multitasking

Communication

Accounts Knowledge

Problem Solving

Tools

Sage

Job description

Location: Cheltenham (Office-based)
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (Pro-rata for part-time)
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (Please specify preference)
Start Date: Immediate (Early 2026)

About Us

We are a small, dedicated property company in Cheltenham, focused on providing high-quality service to our local portfolio. As we start 2026, we are looking for a proactive Manager to join our close-knit team and help drive our daily operations forward.

The Role

This is a diverse role perfect for someone who enjoys managing multiple priorities. You will be the central point of contact for the office and our small maintenance department, ensuring properties are well-kept and operations are efficient.

Key Responsibilities

• Office Management: Day-to-day works administration, office management and acting as the first point of contact for maintenance calls/clients.
• Maintenance Coordination: Managing repair requests, scheduling internal maintenance staff and external contractors, and ensuring all works are completed to high standards.
• Financial Support: Handling basic accounts, including processing invoices, tracking maintenance budgets.

About You

• Experience: Previous background in office management or property administration is highly desirable.
• Accounts Knowledge: Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage ) is a strong advantage.
• Organisation: Excellent multitasking skills with a "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude suitable for a small business environment.
• Communication: Professional phone etiquette and IT skills/management and the ability to build rapport with contractors and tenants alike.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive, modern working environment in central Cheltenham.
• Immediate start in 2026 for the right candidate