Senior Leadership & Office Operations Manager

Galliford Try Group; Hampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Comprehensive pension plan

Private medical scheme options

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Galliford Try Group in the UK is seeking a highly organised Business Support Manager to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across the Thames Water business. This role combines senior stakeholder support, office management, business reporting, and people-focused activities to keep projects and workplaces running smoothly.

You will support the Senior Leadership Team, coordinate business activities, manage office operations, and foster a positive, productive working

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience in a busy office or project environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Attend and support Senior Leadership Team meetings, including managing actions and follow‑up activities.
• Support the Operations Director with diary management, travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Prepare and coordinate business documents, including reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
• Support the collection and reporting of KPI data, including managing client feedback processes.
• Coordinate and support business events, such as Stand-Down Days, roadshows, business reviews, and team engagement activities.
• Support employee wellbeing initiatives and health-focused activities.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction activities for new team members.
• Work closely with Training Coordinators to maintain training records and manage renewal requirements.
• Promote and champion Galliford Try’s EPIC values through everyday activities and interactions.
• Manage the day-to-day operation of the Hampton office and support project locations as required.
• Coordinate office facilities, business continuity arrangements, fire procedures, and building maintenance activities.
• Manage office supplies, IT equipment, access passes, visitor arrangements, and related administrative processes.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.

Skills

Administrative experience

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Diary/calendar management

Multitasking

Stakeholder engagement

Independent working

Customer-focused approach

Policy & compliance awareness

Cross-site coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Viewpoint

Job description

Galliford Try Group in the UK is seeking a highly organised Business Support Manager to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across the Thames Water business. This role combines senior stakeholder support, office management, business reporting, and people-focused activities to keep projects and workplaces running smoothly.

You will support the Senior Leadership Team, coordinate business activities, manage office operations, and foster a positive, productive working