Office Manager in Chatham

Office Manager Location: Medway, Kent (hybrid options) Job Type: Permanent, full-time Salary: £35,000–£50,000 DOE per annum + company bonus Holiday: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Benefits: Hybrid Working with Flexible Hours | Private Medical Cover | Free Parking About the Role We are seeking a highly organised, proactive Office Manager to oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the office and support a range of essential business functions. Working closely with senior management and colleagues across the business, you will take ownership of office operations, facilities, Health & Safety, quality management, procurement, fleet administration, HR administration and finance support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to make a real impact on business efficiency and continuous improvement. Office Manager Key Responsibilities * Manage daily office operations, facilities, maintenance, supplies and workplace services. * Maintain Health & Safety records and support inspections, risk assessments and compliance activities. * Support quality management systems, document control and internal and external audits. * Coordinate purchasing, supplier relationships, quotations and purchase orders. * Oversee fleet administration, including servicing, MOTs, insurance and vehicle records. * Support HR administration, including onboarding, personnel records, recruitment and training documentation. * Assist with finance administration, including supplier invoices, expenses, purchase orders and accurate record-keeping. About You You will be organised, detail-oriented and confident managing multiple priorities independently. You will have strong communication skills, a proactive approach and the ability to build effective working relationships across the business. Essential skills and experience: * Strong administrative and organisational skills. * Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel. * Experience maintaining accurate records, trackers and administrative systems. * Ability to take ownership and work independently. Desirable experience: * Previous experience in office management or business administration. * Knowledge of Health & Safety or quality management systems. * Experience in procurement, supplier management, fleet or HR administration. * Basic bookkeeping or finance administration. * Experience in an ISO-accredited or regulated environment If this a role where you feel you could thrive and add value, please apply with an up-to-date CV. #3242