Workspace Experience Lead

Global; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Global is seeking a proactive Workspace Experience Lead based in Manchester to oversee premises, front-of-house operations and meeting room standards, with regular travel to the Manchester Warehouse and monthly travel to London to support the wider workspace team.

You will act as the first point of contact for workspace queries, coordinate with vendors and external suppliers, cover the reception desk, and help organise internal events from planning to completion.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication in writing and speaking.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel desired.
• Proactive mindset with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first contact for premises and workspace queries, resolving issues per SLAs and KPIs.
• Coordinate with vendors, manage reception and on-site events across sites.
• Support space planning, moves, floor plans and on-site branding tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Microsoft Office

Adaptability

Job description

• Workspace & Facilities Oversight: Act as the first point of contact for all premises and workspace related queries, responding via multiple channels and resolving issues in line with SLAs and KPIs. Oversee front‑of‑house operations, meeting room standards, post handling, and contractor and vendor coordination to ensure smooth day to day operations across regional sites, including regular on‑site support at the Manchester Office & Warehouse.
• Stakeholder, Vendor & Event Coordination: Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. Support service delivery by addressing feedback, assisting with contractor / supplier call outs, and helping coordinate logistics for key on‑site events. Cover the reception desk and welcome visitors, ensure NDA processes are followed, and help organise workspace logistics for internal events from planning to completion.
• Team Support & Communication: Support the Workspace Operations Manager & Workspace Experience Manager with ad hoc requests and provide operational cover as required, including space planning support (basic measuring and layout checks), coordinating small works/moves, updating floor plan/signage records, and assisting with non‑standard workspace requests such as on‑site branding (e.g., wall vinyls, wayfinding, event dressing) by briefing suppliers, arranging access and overseeing install/removal. Keep the team updated on key information, changes, and contribute to maintaining clear support documentation and service excellence through timely communication.

Accepting Applications Until

3 October 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Workspace Experience Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Workspace & Facilities Oversight: Act as the first point of contact for all premises and workspace related queries, responding via multiple channels and resolving issues in line with SLAs and KPIs. Oversee front‑of‑house operations, meeting room standards, post handling, and contractor and vendor coordination to ensure smooth day to day operations across regional sites, including regular on‑site support at the Manchester Office & Warehouse.
• Stakeholder, Vendor & Event Coordination: Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. Support service delivery by addressing feedback, assisting with contractor / supplier call outs, and helping coordinate logistics for key on‑site events. Cover the reception desk and welcome visitors, ensure NDA processes are followed, and help organise workspace logistics for internal events from planning to completion.
• Team Support & Communication: Support the Workspace Operations Manager & Workspace Experience Manager with ad hoc requests and provide operational cover as required, including space planning support (basic measuring and layout checks), coordinating small works/moves, updating floor plan/signage records, and assisting with non‑standard workspace requests such as on‑site branding (e.g., wall vinyls, wayfinding, event dressing) by briefing suppliers, arranging access and overseeing install/removal. Keep the team updated on key information, changes, and contribute to maintaining clear support documentation and service excellence through timely communication.

Travel Requirement

This role is Manchester based and will require regular travel to the Manchester Warehouse, plus monthly travel to London and other regional sites for training and to support the wider Workspace team.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Think Big: Be a pro‑active team member to create solutions, helping create a seamless experience for thousands of colleagues across the business.
• Own It: Take ownership of tickets raised from receiving until completion, ensure all documents are clear and up to date.
• Keep it Simple: Use clear, direct communication and reliable processes to keep things running smoothly across our buildings.
• Better Together: Work side by side with a supportive team that values collaboration and community.

What Success Looks Like

In your first few months, you’ll have:

• Embeded into the team and get to know your colleagues, what the team does and what your colleagues do and how important each role is.
• Demonstrated full understanding the role and become an early trusted point of contact.
• Get to know Global, what we do, how we do it and why we do it.
• Start to create your very own network and relationships.
• (Have fun!)

What You’ll Need

• Communication Skills: A natural communicator in both written and face to face communication
• Organisation Skills: Ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines across sites and systems.
• Computer Skills: Experience in Microsoft Packages such as word and excel, experience in help desk systems preferred but not essential
• Adaptability & Initiative: Proactive in identifying issues, spotting improvements, and taking ownership of outcomes.