About Us
GROHE is the world's leading provider of sanitary fittings and a global brand, dedicated to providing innovative water products. For many decades, GROHE has been committed to the brand values of technology, quality, design and sustainability that all illustrate GROHE's commitment to creating exceptional experiences and to delivering "Pure Freude an Wasser". With its engineering, innovation and design activities firmly anchored in Germany, GROHE products bear the badge of quality "Made in Germany", ultimately strengthening the customers' confidence in the brand. In 2014, GROHE became part of the LIXIL Corporation, a publicly listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Job description
Location:
London-Richmond, beside the River Thames
About Us:
LIXIL Global Design is the award-winning in-house design team for LIXIL, a global leader in the bath, kitchen, and housing technology industry. With studios in some of the most cosmopolitan and culturally diverse cities in the world, including Tokyo, London, Singapore, Shanghai, Düsseldorf, and New York, we are expanding our team in London-Richmond. Join us and be part of a creative environment that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Job Description:
We are looking for a highly organized and proactive individual to lead our design studio's office operations and administrative functions, including support for the Global Brand Identity team. This role is based in London and reports to the VP Design, EMENA. As the Senior Studio / Office Manager, you will:
* Oversee and manage studio operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day activities.
* Provide high-level management and oversight of workplace health and safety, HR-related tasks, and facilities management.
* Lead, collaborate with, and mentor the Team Assistant, delegating responsibilities while ensuring accountability.
* Drive the implementation of new office management systems or processes.
* Oversee studio-wide projects, including renovations and workplace improvements.
* Supervise the planning and execution of studio events, meetings, and team-building activities.
* Foster a positive and inclusive studio culture, addressing team dynamics and resolving conflicts professionally.
* Act as a liaison between the studio team and leadership, maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and business partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Studio Management:
* Lead and mentor the Team Assistant.
* Implement new office management systems or processes.
* Foster a positive and inclusive studio culture.
Budget Management:
* Manage financial and budget administration for the Design and Brand Identity teams.
* Provide quarterly consolidation and central overview of regional budgets.
Planning:
* Manage calendars and travel planning for the Leader, LIXIL Global Brand Identity.
* Organize cross-regional meetings, including preparation of agendas and summaries.
* Oversee corporate travel arrangements.
People:
* Support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes.
* Coordinate logistics for performance reviews.
Skills & Experience:
* 5+ years of proven experience in office/studio management, administration, or a similar leadership role.
* Proven experience managing calendars, meetings, travel logistics, and office-wide communications.
* Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing direct reports.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive approach to stakeholder management.
* Proficiency in office management software.
* Budget management experience.
* Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships.
* Strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Why Join Us:
* Competitive base pay and company benefits.
* Career development opportunities within a global company.
* A supportive and inclusive work environment.
* The chance to work in a creative and dynamic team.
About LIXIL:
LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. With over 70,000 employees in more than 150 countries, we innovate with meaningful design, experiment with leading designers, and adapt our technologies to provide access for all. Our responsible business model enables us to tackle widespread global issues, and our products touch the lives of more than one billion people every day.
LIXIL
A HOME FOR EVERYONE.
Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we're committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.
We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes.
Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters. Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy.
LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics. Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all.
We invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We're a home for growth, for imagination, for creativity. A home for your talent and ambition.
A home for everyone.
LIXIL is an equal opportunity employer, with an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We will consider all qualified applications for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, color, religion or beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or disability status.