At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead office operations, manage facilities, and ensure a safe working environment.
- Company: Established law firm with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Join a team that values innovation and teamwork in a thriving legal environment.
- Why this job: Be the backbone of our office and make a real difference every day.
- Qualifications: Experience in office management and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 30000 £ per year.
A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Office Manager to lead the Facilities function at one of its regional offices (East Midlands). This is a hands-on role combining office operations, reception oversight, and facilities/H&S management, suited to an organised, personable team player with strong problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day office operations: supplies, post/DX, equipment, and general upkeep/repairs
- Oversee reception staff (rotas, holiday/lunch cover) and provide a professional front-of-house presence
- Manage facilities contracts (cleaning, security, catering, parking) and building projects/refurbishments
- Support GDPR/data compliance and archiving processes
- Contribute to ISO and sustainability/carbon targets
- General admin support, meeting room bookings, and maintaining office presentation standards
- Act as site H&S representative: fire risk assessments, drills, extinguisher checks, weekly alarm tests
- Conduct and document regular premises inspections, escalating issues as needed
- Manage contractor compliance on-site
- Deliver H&S induction training to new starters
- Ensure adequate first aid/fire marshal cover and overall fire safety compliance
Skills
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent communication (written and verbal)
- Analytical, problem-solving mindset
- Facilities/office management experience
- Working knowledge of H&S principles and fire risk assessment
- Discretion, reliability, and a proactive, innovative approach
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