PA Office Manager

SPI Management; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run engineering business based in Abingdon is seeking an experienced PA/Office Manager to support the Managing Director and manage day-to-day office operations. This hands-on role requires strong organisational skills, computer literacy (especially in spreadsheets), and a proactive approach. Responsibilities include providing administrative support, overseeing office functions, and ensuring exceptional customer service. The company offers a supportive working environment with opportunities to make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a PA, Office Manager, or senior administrative role.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively.
• Strong computer literacy, especially with spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Provide PA support to the Managing Director.
• Oversee operational administration ensuring efficiency.
• Manage daily housekeeping issues and liaise with contractors.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

Excel

Job description

A well-established, family-run engineering business based in Abingdon is seeking an experienced PA/Office Manager to provide vital support to the Managing Director and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone highly organised, proactive, and confident managing a wide range of administrative and operational responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide PA support to the Managing Director, including diary management, workload organisation and day-to-day administrative assistance.
• Oversee the operational administration of the business, ensuring all office functions run efficiently.
• Deal with customers on a daily basis, offering excellent service and timely responses.
• Receive and process daily orders and quotes, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage daily housekeeping issues, liaising with trades such as plumbers, electricians and other external contractors as needed.
• Maintain health & safety documentation, procedures and compliance across the office and workshop environment.
• Create, update and maintain spreadsheets, records and internal databases.
• Support the wider team with general office duties and operational tasks as required.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a PA, Office Manager, or senior administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage the workload of both you and the Managing Director.
• Excellent computer literacy, particularly strong skills with spreadsheets (Excel or similar).
• Exceptional attention to detail and a confident, proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with customers and suppliers.

Our client offers a friendly, supportive working environment within a long-standing family-run business. A varied role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact and make the job your own.

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