Office Manager (FTC) - Mat Cover

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion sector is seeking an Office Manager for a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring a productive work environment, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have prior management experience, particularly in a fashion house, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a Fashion House.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations and manage administrative tasks.
• Implement and manage health & safety policies.
• Support staff with onboarding and day-to-day operations.

Skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Communication

IT literacy

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Packages

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Office Manager (FTC) - Mat Cover, london (city of london)

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london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Purpose

The Office Manager (FTC) is a Mat Cover role of 14 months starting in mid July 2025. The role is responsible for overseeing daily office operations, ensuring efficiency, organisation, and a productive work environment. This role includes managing administrative tasks, coordinating office resources, supporting staff, and implementing office policies to maintain a smooth workflow. Reporting to the CPO, the Office Manager also serves as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, contributing to the overall success of the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Line Management responsibilities for the Front of House
• Manage relationships with the Landlord and Building Managing Agent
• Management of contracts for all utilities and office suppliers
• Implement and manage the upkeep of H&S policies including Fire safety and security
• Maintain and develop office policies and procedures to guide the operation of the office
• Oversee office management spending and budget management
• Place orders for both office and studio supplies and organise receipt management / expenses
• Carry out daily building walks to ensure offices, kitchens and showroom spaces are always stocked with stationary, kitchen items and cleaning supplies
• Ordering furniture items as required for the building
• Ensuring all lifts, fire alarm, extinguishers, security systems, water systems and heating systems are serviced regularly, arranging repairs and maintenance as necessary
• Being first point of contact for all facilities queries
• Ensuring all facilities related paperwork is maintained and filed appropriately
• Oversee cleaning tasks and manage the daily cleaning activities required for the building
• Oversee security tasks and manage daily communication with building activity
• Managing access to the office and keeping key and access fob inventory system maintained
• In charge of waste management for the building and different department needs
• Oversee sustainability practices for the office
• Support the Receptionist with daily lunch cover and reception cover as required
• Support the HR team with onboarding processes and building tours for new joiners
• Report into CPO on a weekly basis with updates on building related items
• Carry out introductory tours for all new starters and assist HR with the onboarding process for new staff members
• Work closely with the Studio teams assisting with the day-to-day operations
• Work closely with Creative Director and CEO Assistants to help support on day-to-day building related items
• Support the Private Client team with in-house events as required

Qualifications, Skills, Experience Required

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a Fashion House.
• Experience of supervising or managing Front of House
• Highly organised with high attention to detail
• Approachable yet professional
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• IT literate all Microsoft Packages
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to multitask time-sensitive tasks and remain calm under pressure