At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily office operations and create a welcoming environment for all visitors.
- Company: Join a vibrant team at Chess, known for its positive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy private healthcare, hybrid working, and 20+ days holiday.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with great career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in office management and workplace culture.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a friendly, proactive attitude required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Location
Alderley Park
| Business Area
People Support
| Salary Details
£25,000
We’re looking for an organised and enthusiastic individual to join our hub at Alderley Park.
You’ll support the smooth day-to-day running of the office environment, ensuring a professional, welcoming and efficient workplace for all people and visitors.
This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone organised, proactive, and keen to build experience across office management, facilities, and culture.
Please note this role isfull-timeoffice-based at our Head Office at Alderley Park.
“a great place to work, a great place to be a customer”
Key Responsibilities
- Office Operations
- Oversee daily office operations, ensuring a clean, safe, and fully functional environment
- Manage meeting rooms, desk bookings, and shared spaces
- Maintain office supplies and equipment, ensuring consistent availability
- Act as the first point of contact for office-related queries
- Manage bookings for all Chess Hubs across the UK
- Act as a Fire Marshall and First Aider (Full training provided)
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing post, parcels, and courier deliveries
- Liaise with Chess office and hub landlords, external suppliers and contractors for maintenance and service issues
- Log and track facilities requests and follow through to resolution
- Support contractor visits and ensure compliance with site processes
- Workplace Hospitality
- Welcome visitors and ensure a professional, warm reception experience
- Coordinate visitor access, parking, and meeting arrangements on site including the monthly board meeting.
- Support internal events (e. g. team days, conferences, wellbeing activities)
- Assist with the new starter onboarding process and induction sessions.
- Administrative Support
- Provide general administrative support to the People and Culture team
- Maintain accurate records (e. g. assets, access passes, car registrations)
- Support onboarding tasks, including workspace setup for new starters
- Actively support with activities and administration required for the cultural team
- Support with project management of all Chess events, including conferences and Christmas parties.
Health & Safety
- Support compliance with health & safety standards and policies
- Assist with risk assessments, fire drills, and incident reporting
- Ensure office signage and safety procedures are up to date
- Administration of annual workstation assessments via our One LMS.
Key Skills and Experience
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- UK Driver's License and access to a vehicle
- Confident communicator with a friendly, proactive approach
- Great attention to detail
- Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office/Teams)
- Willingness to learn and take ownership
- Previous experience in an office, hospitality, or customer-facing role
- Experience supporting events or facilities management (even informally)
- Approachable and service-focused
- Reliable and hands-on
- Able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude with a willingness to help others
What's in it for You?
Your Benefits at Chess
- Private healthcare (free after 1 year)
- Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks
- Mental health support from trained First Aiders. A Wellbeing Day after 1 year
- Hybrid working support with a home office allowance
- 20 days holiday (rising to 24 with service) plus bank holidays
- Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year
- Perkbox discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, and more
- Points-based rewards from year 2
- Charity donation matching (up to £100)
- Recognition platform to celebrate your wins
- EE SIM offers for you and your family
- Learn 2 Earn scheme to boost your salary
- Team socials and celebrations
- Bespoke onboarding and leadership training
- Dedicated Culture Team to support you
Working Hours and Location
- A standard week is 37½ Monday to Friday
- FT attendance at our hub Alderley Park
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Office & Culture Coordinator employer: Chess Limited
At Chess, we pride ourselves on being a fantastic employer, offering a vibrant work culture at our Alderley Park hub where collaboration and support are at the forefront. With a focus on employee wellbeing, we provide comprehensive benefits including private healthcare, mental health support, and opportunities for professional growth through bespoke training and a dedicated Culture Team. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment that values your contributions and fosters a sense of community.
