This long‑established law firm has been advising businesses and individuals for several years, supporting clients across a broad range of UK and international sectors. Its client base includes prominent owner‑managed businesses, leading property companies, and fast‑growing entrepreneurial ventures. The firm’s core focus is helping clients achieve their commercial objectives, whatever shape their business takes.
About the role:
As Office Services Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of workplace services across the firm (excluding Front of House). You’ll play a key strategic and operational role in ensuring the workplace runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently, while driving continuous improvement.
You will report into the Head of Front of House & Workplace Services and work closely with IT, Property and Facilities leadership.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Managing workplace functions: mailroom, reprographics, records, floor support
* Leading on health & safety compliance and emergency procedures
* Delivering the strategic vision for workplace services
* Ensuring exceptional service for internal stakeholders
* Overseeing property services coordination and supplier relationships
* Managing offsite transcription/document production contracts
* Supporting office moves, refurbishments, and change projects
* Leading, developing, and motivating a multi-skilled team
* Supporting budgets, benchmarking, and contract negotiations
Required skills:
* Proven experience in workplace, facilities, or operational management
* Background in legal environment
* Strong leadership skills and experience managing both in‑house teams & vendors
* Strong contract and supplier management expertise
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Robust understanding of health & safety (IOSH/NEBOSH required)
* Highly organised, proactive and solutions‑focused
* Experience with workplace technology tools
* Exposure to office moves or workplace transformation projects
Reward:
This is an opportunity to have a significant impact on the operational success of a highly respected firm, working as part of a supportive leadership team with a clear strategy for innovation and growth. The firm is deeply committed to equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can excel.
Salary will be circa £65,000 depending on experience, plus Full Benefits.
Application Process:
To apply for this role, please submit your CV. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 72 hours, please assume your application has not been successful.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist, connecting legal talent with leading law firms in London and globally for nearly 30 years.
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