Workplace and Facilities Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Workplace and Facilities Manager for a 14-15 month fixed-term contract. This role involves overseeing the London office and supporting smaller UK and Paris offices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities management, be IOSH certified, and possess excellent negotiation and service skills. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking finance firm that values collaboration and growth. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

9% Pension

25 Days Holiday

Daily Catered Breakfast

Daily Catered Lunch

On-site Gym

Classes and Hairdresser

Health Insurance

On-site GP

Emergency Dependent Care

On-site Nursery

Qualifications

• Experience managing facilities in a corporate setting is essential.
• IOSH certified preferred; NEBOSH beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Organize repairs and maintenance for the office and manage vendors.
• Oversee health and safety and line manage the reception team.

Skills

Management of Facilities

Negotiation Skills

Health & Safety Compliance

Service Orientation

Education

IOSH Certification

NEBOSH Certification

Job description

Job Description

5-FTCFM/SDFA
Workplace and Facilities Manager
Up to £65K
14-15 month Fixed-Term Contract - June / July 2025 start
Financial Services
King's Cross
8am - 6pm
Office-Based - Some WFH Flexibility (ad-hoc Fridays)

About the Client:

A truly exciting finance firm with some of the best benefits packages that exists in the market! This business is forward-thinking, highly collaborative, and continuing to grow worldwide.

About the Role:

This is a 14-15 month fixed-term contract, commencing in Summer 2025, which will involve management of the London office (just under 200 staff) with additional support to 2 smaller offices in the UK and Paris. Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Organising all repairs and routine maintenance
• Managing contractors and vendors, negotiating contracts etc.
• Office management - being the 'go-to' person for the whole office
• Health & Safety
• Line management of the Front of House Reception team
• Working closely with Office Managers in global offices to ensure uniform standards
• Office management support to the Facilities Managers in the UK and Paris
• Ad-hoc administrative support.

Candidate Specification:

• Prior experience of managing or coordinating facilities within a corporate setting. This could be a great opportunity for a Facilities Coordinator looking for a step up!
• IOSH certified (NEBOSH would be beneficial but not essential)
• Muck-in and hands-on - happy to get stuck in with the day-to-day aspects of facilities!
• Highly service-oriented and professional.

Additional Information:

• This is a fixed-term contract maternity cover position - 14-15 months commencing June / July 2025 until August / September 2026.
• Salary up to £65K depending on experience
• Benefits package includes 9% pension; 25 days holiday; daily catered breakfast AND lunch; on-site gym, classes and hairdresser; and medical/wellbeing benefits including health insurance, on-site GP, emergency dependent care, and an on-site nursery.
• Hours are 8am - 6pm
• Excellent location just minutes from King's Cross and St Pancras stations
• Due to the nature of the role, this will be a predominantly office-based position, but occasionally flexibility to work from home on ad-hoc Fridays will be possible.

If you are looking for your next exciting FTC in the Facilities space, please apply today!