Office Manager

C&C Search is currently recruiting an Office Manager / PA to Founder for a dynamic, high-growth trading start-up based in the City of London. This is an incredible opportunity to take ownership of a broad and impactful role, and be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment with great autonomy and a brilliant vibrant culture.

Position:

• Office Manager with ad hoc PA duties to Founder – managing all office operations in a diverse hands-on role, and providing ad hoc high-level executive support to the Founder of a 20-person finance company.

Hybrid set up:

• 4 days in the office, 1 day from home
• 25 days holiday, pension contribution, wellness initiatives, regular team socials, prime City office, close-knit team culture and generous bonus

What they do:

• A sharp, commercially driven trading start-up focused on financial markets with an entrepreneurial and innovative approach and busy vibrant culture

Company culture and what makes them great to work for:

This company combines high performance with strong values. The team is tight-knit, ambitious, and down-to-earth. They pride themselves on a supportive and social culture where everyone contributes to the company's growth and success. You’ll have direct access to leadership and the ability to shape the day-to-day running of the business. It’s the ideal environment for someone who loves taking initiative and being a core part of a company's DNA. This is their first support hire so you’ll be wearing multiple different hats at once and will be expected to get involved in all areas across the board – no two days will be the same!

Key responsibilities for this Office Manager / PA position:

• Full office management including facilities, suppliers, implementing new systems internal and client events
• PA support to the Founder ad hoc – managing diary, travel, and high-level meetings
• Travel and meeting management for rest of company
• Liaising with clients and external stakeholders professionally and efficiently
• Supporting onboarding processes, recruitment and HR support
• Driving and maintaining a positive, high-functioning team culture

What background and experience is the company looking for?

• Proven experience in an Office Manager or EA role, ideally in a start-up, finance, or trading environment
• Ability to switch between strategic thinking and hands-on execution
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Calm, resourceful, and able to juggle competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills and confident working with senior stakeholders
• Enjoys variety, takes ownership, and thrives in a high-energy team

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.