Office Manager

Office Manager

Leeds

£30,000-£32,000

My client is a well-established, reputable firm of specialist Solicitors. They represent clients across the UK and are considered as one of the leading expert practices outside of London.

Purpose of Role:

Working as part of the operations team, the role of manager is to provide support directly to the business to ensure the smooth running of the Leeds office on a day to day basis. This role is critical to the successful running of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a point of contact for external third party providers
• Managing teams within the operations function
• Support to the firm including general office, reception and hospitality
• Managing the day to day running of the Leeds office
• Managing health and safety requirements and implementation of procedures (e.g. first aiders, risk assessments, fire marshals, and workstation assessments)
• Liaising with third party providers (e.g. utilities; building maintenance;stationery suppliers)
• Overseeing the invoicing process for the operations team in line with budget requirements and firm policy
• Overseeing the appraisal process and conduct appraisals for teams that report to the Office Manager
• Dealing with HR issues for teams that report to the Office Manager
• Identify training and development needs
• Working with the project manager on future space planning when required
• Liaising with the compliance team on office compliance
• Implementing and ensuring compliance with the firm's policies and procedures
• Ensuring confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times

Job Experience:

The ideal candidate

• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to communicate at all levels
• Identify and proactively resolve possible issues
• The ability to operate flexibly and as part of a team
• Display a professional approach at all times
• Respect confidentiality at all times
• The ability to work well under pressure

Experience

• Experience in managing an office including people management (5 years minimum experience would be desirable)
• Outstanding organisation skills
• Experience of working in a professional services firm
• Proven experience in running an office to a high standard.

If interested and you have the relevant experience, please apply below.