Hybrid Administrative Leader — Ops, Policy & Team

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead the office operations and drive efficiency, aligning with senior management. You will oversee a team, set policies, and ensure a productive workplace.

The role requires 7+ years in administrative leadership, strong budgeting and vendor-management skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and administrative software. Hybrid work is offered with on-site supervision in Queenstown.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field is required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in administrative management or operations.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team.
• Strong understanding of office management, budget management, and vendor relations.
• Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily administrative operations of the office, including facilities management and resource allocation.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of administrative staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop, implement, and enforce administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Manage office budgets, vendor contracts, and procurement processes.
• Ensure smooth coordination of executive support, travel arrangements, and meeting logistics.
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding administrative matters.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Vendor management

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Administrative software

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to lead the office operations and drive efficiency, aligning with senior management. You will oversee a team, set policies, and ensure a productive workplace.

The role requires 7+ years in administrative leadership, strong budgeting and vendor-management skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and administrative software. Hybrid work is offered with on-site supervision in Queenstown.