The Design Commission for Wales (DCFW Ltd) is seeking a full-time Office Manager. The role is an important one in a small dedicated team, working closely with the Chief Executive and Board of Directors who are responsible for the strategic and operational direction of DCFW's work and its growth as a public body, established to champion high standards of architecture, landscape and urban design in Wales.
The Office Manager is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of DCFW's organisational and financial system, managing a dynamic and productive office on a day-to-day basis, working closely with the Chief Executive and supporting an expert team.
The post requires a minimum three days per week presence at the Design Commission for Wales office in Cardiff supplemented by hybrid working arrangements.
The post necessitates exemplary organisational, interpersonal and analytical skills, flexibility, relevant experience in financial/accounting systems and procedures, ability to manage internal computer systems and be familiar with public sector practice at national level.
Responsibilities:
* Finance: Provide and interpret financial information, maintain accurate financial records and management accounts, prepare and manage annual budgets, prepare and present accurate financial reports.
* Administration: Compliance with all aspects of Company law, develop and maintain all office and administrative systems, manage DCFW's IT system.
* Human Resources: Co-ordinate the recruitment and selection of staff, keep up to date with best practice in all human resource matters, advise the Chief Executive and Board of Directors on policies, procedures and legal responsibilities.
* Health & Safety: Prepare and implement DCFW's Health & Safety Policy, undertake risk assessments, promote practical and effective methods of ensuring health and safety and safe working practices in the workplace.
Person Specification:
* Experience and track record in office management
* Appropriate qualifications in Human Resource Management
* Public Sector experience
* Exceptional organisational and interpersonal skills
* Advanced computing, word processing, spreadsheet and database skills
* Bookkeeping, accrual accounting or other relevant experience of financial management
Principal Terms And Conditions:
* Full-time contract
* 37 hours per week
* £35,000 per annum
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Equal Opportunities Policy: DCFW is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of its work.
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