At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage daily operations of our UK offices and optimise workplace processes.
- Company: Join Zwift, where play meets performance in a dynamic work environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Exciting events and a vibrant community await you at Zwift!
- Why this job: Be the face of our workplace team and create an engaging environment for all.
- Qualifications: Experience in office management and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
About the role
At Zwift, where play meets performance, our workspaces should feel just as dynamic as our game.
As our Workplace & Facilities Manager you will confidently own the daily operations of our UK hubs with complete self-sufficiency, proactively optimise processes, and challenge the status quo.
You will seamlessly align with local teams and global leadership across IT, People, Legal, and Finance to champion a safe, collaborative, and fun environment for our Watopians.
What you'll do
- Owner of the UK workspace environments and confidently driving day‑to‑day decisions with the support of the Senior Manager, People Experience & Talent.
- Oversee daily operations for both our London and Guildford offices, with a key focus on our London office.
- Proactively audit, overhaul, and optimise current office processes and workflows to eliminate inefficiencies and scale UK workplace operations.
- Act as a highly resourceful problem solver, independently navigating ambiguity and resolving complex facilities issues before escalating to the Senior Manager.
- Overall vendor and supplier management (including elevators, fire doors, air conditioning, water treatment, utilities, plant sitters, storage, health & safety contractor, security including alarm monitoring and Brivo):
- Managing spreadsheet for contract expiries.
- Managing contracts ensuring sign‑off by VP/Legal.
- Overall management of UK Watopian Workplace tracker which includes key access card / Brivo, locker, new‑starter induction, fire training, health & safety training, health & safety handbook, emergency contacts.
- Main point of contact with the landlords.
- Key responder on ask‑workplace‑uk channel.
- Liaising with IT for the setup of new joiner workstations (if applicable).
- Supporting with budget management for UK offices including approving invoices and completing own office card expense report.
- Managing Business Rates with local hotel, recommending this to employees when staying in London.
- Workplace Experience & Culture
- Act as the face of the Workplace team, providing exceptional support to our team and creating a welcoming and Zwifty environment, including:
- Answering the door and greeting visitors, ensuring they sign the NDA and fire safety agreement.
- Being the first point of contact for all shipping and receiving.
- Collaborate and align regularly with global Workplace, People, and IT counterparts (in the US and Brasil) to ensure UK operations and culture initiatives reflect global standards while maintaining local relevance.
- Ensure all workplace events and culture initiatives are inclusive, accessible, and celebrate the diverse backgrounds of the Watopian community.
- Lead on UK office events, including responsibility for the annual holiday and summer parties, office socials, and team‑building activities.
- Ensure all common areas, meeting rooms, kitchens and the gym are impeccably maintained, fully stocked, and representative of the Zwift brand.
- Manage employee onboarding and onboarding process in liaison with People and IT, including all new hire office tour and introductions.
- Order UK employee gifts for Watopian life events such as parental leave and weddings, and provide leaver cards where appropriate.
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Support with ensuring both UK offices remain fully compliant with local Health & Safety legislation, our overall Health & Safety policy, Testing (MEP) equipment compliance, Fire Safety and First Aid certifications, including:
- Managing practice fire evacuations.
- Conducting regular floor walks and safety audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- RAMS (Risks and Management Systems).
- People Management
- People Management of the Workplace Supervisor.
• Supporting the Workplace Supervisor where required with
- Answering the door and greeting visitors.
- Shipping parcels.
- Replenishing office supplies including snacks, stationery and bathroom supplies.
Requirements
- Strong computer skills with high proficiency in Google Docs and Gmail.
- A proactive, forward‑thinking mindset with a proven track record of identifying operational bottlenecks and implementing creative process improvements.
- A highly self‑sufficient operator with a "figure‑it‑out" mentality; comfortable running regional operations with minimal daily supervision.
- Previous experience as an Office Manager.
- Must be able to lift 22kg comfortably.
- Comfortable with occasional weekends, evenings, and travel required for events.
- An interest in sports or fitness.
- Bonus points
- Experience working at a technology, game, or fitness company.
If Zwift determines in any stage of our interviews that any AI tools are being used without disclosure or citation, your candidacy will be disqualified.
We strongly believe that different backgrounds and ideas are a competitive advantage; we hire candidates of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, Veteran status, and any other status.
Zwift is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by emailing
Zwift, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Manager, Workplace & Facilities in London employer: Zwift
At Zwift, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that champions collaboration and creativity. As a Workplace & Facilities Manager in our London office, you'll enjoy a dynamic environment where your proactive approach will directly impact the daily operations and overall employee experience. With opportunities for personal growth, a commitment to health and safety, and a focus on celebrating diversity, Zwift is an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.