At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to ensure smooth operations in a modern workplace.
- Company: Join Mills & Reeve, a forward-thinking law firm in Cambridge.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and a variety of perks.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by enhancing workplace safety and efficiency.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a key leadership role as Facilities Manager at Mills & Reeve’s Cambridge office. Based at Botanic House, you will lead a team of nine, driving the day‑to‑day operations of a modern, high‑performing workplace. Your role involves creating a safe, compliant and well‑maintained environment while delivering exceptional client services across health & safety, building maintenance, fire & security, reprographics, mailroom and records management. This is an office‑based role. You will work 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, rotating between 07.30 and 18.00 with a one‑hour lunch break.
Responsibilities
- Oversee delivery of client services and support services including reprographics, mailroom operations, meeting‑room setup, records management, and daily building inspections.
- Ensure smooth day‑to‑day building operations in partnership with the FM provider covering M&E, cleaning, sustainability and security services.
- Manage a significant budget and service charge plan.
- Lead and develop the team through performance management, regular 1:1s and team meetings.
- Oversee recruitment, health & safety planning, incident management, business continuity support, coordination of office projects, and promote a client‑focused culture.
Suppliers & Contractors
- Manage relationships with suppliers and contractors, ensuring delivery against SLAs and KPIs.
- Oversee planned preventative maintenance, approve purchase orders and conduct regular reviews with key service providers.
Strategy & Continuous Improvement
- Support and lead initiatives on environmental performance, quality management, business continuity, agile working and innovation.
- Stay up‑to‑date with industry developments to drive efficiency, value for money and excellent client service.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven facilities management and team leadership experience.
- Strong attention to detail, commitment to delivering excellent client service and strong communication and IT skills.
- Experience managing suppliers and contractors.
- Relevant professional qualification desirable (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, IWFM).
- Proactive, adaptable, calm under pressure, strong organisational skills and innovative thinking; capable of managing client relationships with professionalism and discretion.
Benefits
Competitive salary and a wide range of benefits. For more information on our core benefit offering, please see our benefits page.
Facilities Manager (0548) in Cambridge employer: Mills & Reeve
Mills & Reeve is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Cambridge. As a Facilities Manager, you will not only lead a dedicated team but also benefit from a culture that prioritises employee growth and development, alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a modern workplace.
