Office Manager - vibrant City company

C & C search; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative trading start-up in the heart of London is seeking an Office Manager/PA to the Founder. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage office operations while providing high-level executive support. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety, and take ownership of their responsibilities. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic team. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a vibrant culture where your contributions will help shape the future.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday

Pension Contribution

Wellness Initiatives

Regular Team Socials

Prime City Office

Generous Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Office Manager or EA role, ideally in a start-up or finance.
• Ability to switch between strategic thinking and hands-on execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage office operations and provide PA support to the Founder.
• Liaise with clients and external stakeholders professionally.
• Support onboarding processes and maintain a positive team culture.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Resourcefulness

Job description

We are currently recruiting an Office Manager / PA to Founder for a dynamic, high-growth trading start-up based in the City of London. This is an incredible opportunity to take ownership of a broad and impactful role, and be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment with great autonomy and a brilliant vibrant culture.

All about the role and company you would be working for!

Position:
Office Manager with ad hoc PA duties to Founder – managing all office operations in a diverse hands on role, and providing ad hoc high-level executive support to the Founder of a 20-person finance company.

Hybrid set up:
4 days in the office, 1 day from home

Benefits:
25 days holiday, pension contribution, wellness initiatives, regular team socials, prime City office, close-knit team culture and generous bonus

What they do:
A sharp, commercially driven trading start-up focused on financial markets with an entrepreneurial and innovative approach and busy vibrant culture

Company culture and what makes them great to work for:
This company combines high performance with strong values. The team is tight-knit, ambitious, and down-to-earth. They pride themselves on a supportive and social culture where everyone contributes to the company's growth and success. You’ll have direct access to leadership and the ability to shape the day-to-day running of the business. It’s the ideal environment for someone who loves taking initiative and being a core part of a company's DNA. This is their first support hire so you’ll be wearing multiple different hats at once and will be expected to get involved in all areas across the board – no two days will be the same!

Key responsibilities for this Office Manager / PA position:

• Full office management including facilities, suppliers, implementing new systems internal and client events
• PA support to the Founder ad hoc – managing diary, travel, and high-level meetings
• Travel and meeting management for rest of company
• Liaising with clients and external stakeholders professionally and efficiently
• Supporting onboarding processes, recruitment and HR support
• Driving and maintaining a positive, high-functioning team culture

What background and experience is the company looking for?
• Proven experience in an Office Manager or EA role, ideally in a start-up, finance, or trading environment
• Ability to switch between strategic thinking and hands-on execution
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Calm, resourceful, and able to juggle competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills and confident working with senior stakeholders
• Enjoys variety, takes ownership, and thrives in a high-energy team

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering - across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.