At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage the Facilities team to ensure a seamless workplace experience.
- Company: Join Macmillan Publishers, a leading name in the publishing industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private medical insurance, and 25 days' holiday.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and involvement in sustainability initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on employee experiences in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you a proactive, experienced Workplace & Facilities Manager ready to lead operations at our Basingstoke head office? We are looking for a skilled manager to lead our on‑site Facilities team and ensure our workplace and facilities run seamlessly. This is an exciting, hands‑on management position where you will be instrumental in ensuring a safe and welcoming working environment for our employees, visitors and contractors. Alongside this, you will oversee workplace operations, facilities management, health and safety compliance, supplier relationships, business continuity planning and workplace improvement projects.
Specifically, you will:
- Lead, manage and develop the Facilities and Office Services team
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of workplace and facilities services
- Manage relationships with landlords, managing agents, suppliers and contractors
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and workplace standards
- Manage facilities budgets, procurement activities and expenditure controls
- Lead workplace improvement projects, office moves and refurbishment activities
- Coordinate business continuity and disaster recovery planning for the site
- Support environmental and sustainability initiatives
- Oversee energy reporting requirements, including SECR and ESOS compliance
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across the business
- Ensure an excellent workplace experience for employees and visitors
We will be looking for you to demonstrate the following:
- Proven experience in facilities management, workplace services or property operations
- Experience leading teams and managing external service providers
- Good knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements
- Experience managing budgets, contracts and procurement activities
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive, customer‑focused approach
- An IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or a willingness to obtain one)
- A full UK driving licence
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys balancing operational delivery with strategic planning and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working across multiple functions and making a visible impact on the day-to-day experience of employees, visitors and contractors alike.
Our benefits: In this permanent, full-time position, a competitive salary and fantastic benefits, including private medical insurance, a medical cash plan, enhanced employer pension contributions, an employee discounts portal, 25 days' holiday increasing with service (plus statutory holidays), an employee assistance programme, free parking and much more.
Macmillan Publishers is a leading publishing company and home to some of the world's most cherished authors and creators. Macmillan Distribution (MDL) is the award‑winning distribution arm of the Macmillan Publishing Group. MDL provides distribution services for its own Group publishers, as well as for more than 40 third‑party publishers. The commercial operations are based in Basingstoke, while the warehouse in Swansea ensures the smooth receipt, storage and distribution of an extensive range of books, handling over 40,000 titles.
Facilities & Office Manager - Basingstoke (on-site) employer: Macmillan Distribution
Macmillan Distribution is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Basingstoke head office where innovation and collaboration thrive. We prioritise employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, while our supportive culture fosters teamwork and inclusivity. With competitive benefits and a commitment to health and safety, we ensure that our employees feel valued and empowered in their roles.
