Private Household - Office Manager

Office Angels; Englefield Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A private estate management firm is seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Manager to oversee operations and provide administrative support. The ideal candidate will have strong financial knowledge and exceptional organisational skills, capable of managing diverse tasks in a confidential environment. This role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a background in financial administration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a House Manager, PA, or Estate Administrator role.
• Strong background in accounting or financial administration.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support across all estate departments.
• Manage daily financial tasks including invoicing and expense tracking.
• Ensure estate-wide compliance with health and safety protocols.

Skills

Administrative support

Financial administration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Safe HR

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Private Household - Office Manager to oversee the smooth operation of a private estate and provide administrative support to the wider team. This is a key role requiring strong administrative, financial, and technological skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and confidential environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative & Operational Support

• Provide comprehensive administrative support across all estate departments.
• Serve as the central liaison for internal teams and external service providers.
• Maintain staff records, contracts, and documentation using Safe HR (currently overseeing 22 staff members).

Accounting & Financial Oversight

• Manage daily financial tasks including invoicing, petty cash, and expense tracking.
• Assist with budget planning, financial reporting, and coordination with external accountants.
• Ensure accurate reconciliation of accounts and timely vendor payments.

Technology & Systems

• Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including:
  • Excel: Advanced spreadsheet management, pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis.
  • Outlook: Calendar management, email correspondence, and task tracking.
  • Word & PowerPoint: Document creation and presentation support.
  • Teams & SharePoint: Cross-departmental communication and collaboration.
• Confident in learning and using estate-specific software and HR platforms.

Health & Safety

• First Aid trained and capable of responding to minor on-site incidents.
• Ensure estate-wide compliance with health and safety protocols.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in a House Manager, PA, or Estate Administrator role.
• Strong background in accounting or financial administration.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and capable of handling confidential information.
• Flexible and adaptable, especially during peak family residence periods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• First Aid certification.
• Willingness to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

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