Senior Workplace Coordinator

Velocity Recruitment Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Large global facilities management company is seeking a Senior Workplace Coordinator to lead the day-to-day workplace and front-of-house operations on a client site in Cambridge.

The role requires strong leadership, a proactive approach, and excellent communication skills to manage reception, meetings, and site services. 12-month fixed-term contract with a 8:00am–5:00pm workday in Cambridge.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supervising a team in a workplace or facilities setting.
• Strong front-of-house/reception background with professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the on-site workplace/front-of-house team.
• Oversee daily reception and front desk operations.
• Ensure a professional and high-quality service for employees and visitors.
• Manage workplace services, meeting rooms and general site requirements.
• Handle queries and issues independently, using initiative to find solutions.
• Work autonomously and take ownership of the site without constant supervision.
• Support and coordinate the wider facilities management operation.

Skills

Leadership

Front of House

Communication

Organisation

Initiative

Job description

Senior Workplace Coordinator

Location: Cambridge

Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Company: Large global facilities management company

We are looking for an experienced Senior Workplace Coordinator to lead the day-to-day workplace and front-of-house operation on a client site in Cambridge.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the on-site workplace/front-of-house team.
• Oversee daily reception and front desk operations.
• Ensure a professional and high-quality service is delivered to employees and visitors.
• Manage workplace services, meeting rooms and general site requirements.
• Deal with queries and issues independently, using initiative to find solutions.
• Work autonomously and take ownership of the site without requiring constant supervision.
• Support and coordinate the wider facilities management operation.

About You

• Previous experience in a Senior Workplace Coordinator, Workplace Manager, Facilities Coordinator, Front of House Manager or similar role.
• Experience leading or supervising a team.
• Strong front-of-house/reception experience.
• Highly organised with excellent communication skills.
• Confident working independently and making decisions using your own initiative.
• Professional, proactive and comfortable taking full ownership of day-to-day site operations.
• Experience working within a corporate or facilities management environment is desirable