Temporary Office Manager

C&C Search Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A people-focused business in Hammersmith is seeking an Office Manager to oversee operations and enhance workplace culture. The role involves managing office functions, leading engagement activities, and ensuring cost efficiency. The candidate should have proven experience in similar roles, strong organizational skills, and a proactive attitude. This office-based position requires presence five days a week. The ideal candidate is friendly, approachable, and confident, able to interact across all levels of the organization. Competitive salary of up to £40,000 offered.

Qualifications

• Proven Office Manager experience in a fast-paced environment or management within hospitality or retail.
• Customer-facing experience.
• Budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all office management functions, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Ensure reception is covered Monday–Friday, 8:30–5:30.
• Manage the office budget and ensure cost efficiencies.
• Lead office engagement activities.

Skills

Exceptional organisational skills

Strong initiative and intuition

Ability to multitask effectively

Excellent time management

Pro-active attitude

High attention to detail

Resilient, agile, and solutions-focused

Job description

An incredible opportunity to join a highly collaborative, people-focused business with fantastic engagement initiatives and a vibrant office environment. This role is perfect for someone who loves being at the heart of operations and creating a workplace where people can thrive.

All about the role and the company you’ll be working for!

Position: Office Manager

Salary: Up to £40,000

Hybrid set up: Fully office-based in Hammersmith

Company culture and what makes them great to work for:

This company is bold, collaborative, and purpose-driven. They pride themselves on being forward-thinking, supportive, and highly people-focused, creating an environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact every day. They value curiosity, teamwork, and continuous improvement—believing that a great workplace is built on fun, meaningful work, and supporting one another.

Key responsibilities for this Office Manager position:

• Oversee all office management functions, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Ensure reception is covered Monday–Friday, 8:30–5:30
• Line manage the Office intern, including development and performance support
• Manage the front of house which will be where this role will be based
• Manage the office budget and ensure cost efficiencies
• Lead office engagement activities, including internal communications and social committee coordination
• Oversee the uniform process including ordering, timelines, and supplier management
• Maintain a tidy, organised, and welcoming office environment at all times
• Manage fire warden and first-aider lists

Additional duties and responsibilities include:

• Act as the main point of contact for suppliers, building management, and contract services
• Ensure facilities are well-maintained and proactively manage any issues with suppliers
• Review and implement improvements to office management processes
• Arrange townhalls, social events, forums, and end-of-year employee awards
• Work with the People Team on internal communications—ensuring updates are engaging and consistent
• Provide a warm, professional welcome to visitors, guests, and clients
• Support the People Team with ad-hoc projects
• Collaborate with the wider EA/PA team on meetings and cross-department coordination
• Provide administrative support including minute-taking at leadership meetings

What background and experience are the company looking for?

• Proven Office Manager experience in a fast-paced environment OR Management within hospitality or retail
• Experience in small or medium-sized organisationsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple processes at once
• Confident working autonomously
• Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels
• Customer-facing experience
• Experience managing external suppliers
• Budget management experience

Skills and aptitudes required:

• Exceptional organisational skills
• Strong initiative and intuition
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Excellent time management
• Pro‑active attitude
• High attention to detail
• Resilient, agile, and solutions‑focused

Personal qualities required:

• Self-starter with high motivation
• Friendly, approachable, and confident
• Strong team player

Circumstances:

• Must be able to work in the Hammersmith office 5 days a week
• Must be available immediately

Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?

Michelle Muthoni - Senior Talent Associate

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.