Personal Assistant / Office Manager
Manchester
6–12 Month FTC (potential to go permanent)
Full-time, fully office-based
Salary up to £45,000 DOE
Are you an experienced PA or Office Manager with a background in a busy manufacturing, engineering or similarly hands-on environment? This role offers the chance to support senior leaders at a high level while ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations on site.
We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and confident working in a fast-paced, site-led setting. You’ll provide executive-level support, act as a key point of contact for office and facilities matters, and help keep the operation running efficiently across multiple time zones.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the smooth running of the office, including facilities coordination and day-to-day operational support
* Provide PA support to C-suite and senior leaders, including complex diary management, international travel, meeting coordination and handling confidential information
* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders across EMEA and other regions, ensuring effective communication across different time zones
* Act as a central contact for staff and external suppliers, ensuring the workplace remains compliant, safe and well organised
* Support the wider management team with administrative tasks, documentation and project coordination
* Take ownership of office improvements, supplier liaison, facilities-related tasks and small operational projects
Key Requirements
* Experience working in a manufacturing, engineering or similar practical/operational environment is essential
* Proven experience supporting C-suite or senior executives in a PA or Office Manager capacity
* Experience working across EMEA regions or supporting teams outside the UK, with the ability to coordinate varying time zones
* Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced setting
* Confident supporting senior stakeholders and building strong working relationships
* Strong communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving approach
* Comfortable working full-time on site
If you are interested in this Personal Assistant / Office Manager role and feel your experience aligns with the above, please apply for immediate consideration or contact Amy Breslin or Anna Hand at Medlock Partners for more information.
Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the North West. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note that any reference to years of experience or salary level is a guide. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.