Office Manager – Auckland CBD | Lead & Optimize Operations

Ministry Of Justice - New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry Of Justice - New Zealand is seeking an experienced Office Manager for its Auckland CBD office. You will lead a small team, implement efficient systems, and shape how the office operates in collaboration with the Directors.

The role focuses on managing services, budgets, policies and HR records, with hands-on leadership and strong organisational skills to keep fast-moving operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Diploma NZQF Level 5–6 or higher, or at least 3 years' experience in office management.
• Proven experience supervising staff and managing administrative operations, budgets and records.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating and reviewing office services and procedures, and setting priorities and service standards.
• Supervising, training and allocating work to administrative staff, and monitoring and evaluating their performance.
• Developing and implementing office policies, procedures and record‑keeping systems.
• Managing the office budget, expenditure and procurement of equipment, supplies and services.
• Overseeing timesheet processing, payroll inputs, client invoicing and accounts, and liaising with our accountant.
• Maintaining employee records, including licensing and training records.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety, employment and privacy obligations.
• Coordinating with operations management on staffing schedules and client requirements.
• Preparing reports and advising the Directors on office performance, resourcing and improvements.
• Coordinating recruitment, promotions and performance management.

Skills

Staff supervision

Office management

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

NZQF Level 5–6 diploma or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Payroll software

Job description

Ministry Of Justice - New Zealand is seeking an experienced Office Manager for its Auckland CBD office. You will lead a small team, implement efficient systems, and shape how the office operates in collaboration with the Directors.

The role focuses on managing services, budgets, policies and HR records, with hands-on leadership and strong organisational skills to keep fast-moving operations running smoothly.