Office manager

Office Manager

📍 Wimbledon, London

🏡 Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Office Manager looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact across operations, compliance, facilities and team leadership?

Our client, a purpose-led and forward-thinking consultancy within the engineering and built environment sector, is seeking an organised and proactive Office Manager to support the smooth running of their Wimbledon office and wider business operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operations professional who enjoys taking ownership, driving improvements and ensuring a business operates efficiently, safely and compliantly.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Operations & ESG, you will play a central role in maintaining a safe, efficient and well-managed working environment while supporting key operational initiatives across the business.

This is a broad and rewarding position covering:

Office & Facilities Management

• Manage the day-to-day running of the office, ensuring a professional and effective working environment
• Coordinate facilities management, maintenance activities and compliance checks
• Act as the key contact for building management, suppliers and contractors
• Oversee supplier contracts, approvals and service reviews
• Manage office supplies, equipment and workspace standards

Health & Safety

• Lead and maintain health & safety processes across the business
• Create, review and update risk assessments including office, fire safety, DSE and pregnant worker assessments
• Manage DSE assessments and staff H&S training requirements
• Maintain accurate H&S documentation and provide guidance to employees

Compliance & Audits

• Manage compliance processes including GDPR and internal audit schedules
• Coordinate and maintain business accreditations including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and Acclaim
• Support external audits and compliance reviews
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks
• Deliver training and continuous improvement initiatives across business support functions

Team Leadership

• Line manage and support the Business Administration team
• Provide coaching, development and day-to-day direction
• Ensure consistent and effective administrative support across the business
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture

Operations Support

• Support strategic operational projects and initiatives
• Review and improve business processes and efficiencies
• Oversee data accuracy and reporting systems, including CMAP and Power BI

About You

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive individual with:

• Proven experience in an Office Manager, Operations Manager or senior administration role
• Experience working within a professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and compliance requirements
• Experience managing ISO standards, accreditations and audits (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 desirable)
• Previous line management or team leadership experience
• Facilities and premises management experience
• Experience producing and reviewing risk assessments
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with reporting tools such as Power BI would be advantageous
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities

You'll be someone who:

• Takes ownership and works proactively
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Builds strong relationships across teams
• Can manage multiple priorities effectively
• Brings a practical, solutions-focused approach to work

What's On Offer?

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private healthcare
• Health cash plan
• Life and income protection insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Monthly fitness contribution
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 6% employer pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave, plus the option to purchase additional days
• Additional wellbeing days throughout the year
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Support for professional training and qualifications
• Collaborative and supportive working culture

If you're an experienced Office Manager looking to join a values-driven organisation where you'll play a key role in business operations and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more.