Office Manager £35,000 per annum Grays, Essex Monday -Friday, 8am-5pm *MUST drive and have access to a vehicle Are you an organised and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? This is an exciting opportunity to become the face of a dynamic and expanding construction company, where no two days are the same! Duties: Supervising and monitoring the work of administrative staff Based on the front desk, meeting and greeting clients and anyone entering the building Answering the reception phone and transferring calls internally and externally. Attending meetings with senior management and taking minutes Accepting, signing and checking deliveries Attending the Crawley office weekly to ensure everything running smoothly Checking, monitoring and ordering stationery for the office Organising meetings and managing databases Booking accommodation for staff when needed Preparing letters, presentations and reports Binding documents when requested and printing drawings Managing office budgets Liaising with staff, suppliers and clients Implementing and maintaining procedures/office administrative systems Inducting new employees and familiarising them with the plan of the building Dealing with complaints and queries professionally Using a range of software packages Liaising with external Web Designer Performing weekly fire drills Utility and facility management Managing the office cleaners Ensuring that the staff room and kitchen are kept tidy and monitoring kitchen supplies Opening, checking and distributing post internally. Keeping the front desk tidy and cleanPersonal requirements: Reliability and discretion: handling confidential matters is key Adaptability to change and challenges Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Strong organisational skills to juggle multiple tasks Proficiency in IT and software applications Creative problem-solving skills to tackle issues head-on Initiative and leadership to drive positive outcomes Solid budgeting skills to manage finances A keen attention to detail to ensure accuracyOffice Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website