Office Manager / EA

Universal Business Team; Andover; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based manufacturing company is seeking an Office Manager / Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Managing Director. This full-time role includes diary management, HR support, and office operations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a fast-paced environment and exceptional organisational skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, a supportive culture, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Growth by Sharing Bonus

Auto-enrolment pension

Healthcare insurance

Free cooked breakfast Fridays

Office refreshments

Employee of the month incentive scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Office Manager in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and a 'get it done' attitude.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel (including formulas).

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, prepare agendas and strategic reports.
• Oversee daily operations, liaise with suppliers, and coordinate events.
• First point of contact for HR queries and support recruitment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Office Manager / EA

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Hours: Full time - Monday - Friday

Benefits: Growth by Sharing Bonus, Auto-enrolment pension, healthcare insurance, free cooked breakfast Fridays, office refreshments, employee of the month incentive scheme, opportunities for career progression

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional looking for a dynamic role where no two days are the same? We are recruiting an Office Manager / Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director of a fast-growing, UK-based manufacturing business with over 40 years\' experience.

The Role

You will act as the right-hand to the Managing Director, ensuring the smooth running of the office while providing high-level executive support. This is a broad role combining diary management, meeting coordination, reporting, HR support, and office operations. You will also step in to support procurement and finance as needed, helping the business maintain momentum and efficiency across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Support: Manage diaries, schedule meetings, prepare agendas, track actions, handle correspondence, and prepare strategic reports.
• Office Management: Oversee daily operations, liaise with suppliers, implement process improvements, and coordinate events.
• HR & Recruitment: First point of contact for HR queries, support recruitment, onboarding, and maintain personnel records.
• Reporting & Accountability: Collate, review, and format reports; maintain documentation; ensure follow-up on key initiatives.
• Cross-Department Cover: Support procurement and finance functions when required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Office Manager in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and a “get it done” attitude.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel (including formulas)
• Professional, approachable, and collaborative with discretion and integrity.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and adapt to changing priorities.

Why This Role?

• Join a highly ambitious company with a supportive, family-oriented culture.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping operational efficiency and supporting senior leadership.
• Opportunities for growth into a more strategic EA role as the business expands globally.
• Enjoy a collaborative office environment with perks like free breakfasts and employee incentives.

If you thrive in a structured, proactive environment and want to make a real impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career