Office Manager

We are currently working in partnership with a niche commercial Property Consultants based in Leicestershire, who are recruiting for a personable Office Manager/PA on a permanent basis.

Our client is looking for somebody to start, ideally in July. The role is full time, Monday – Friday 9AM – 5PM and is paying £30,000 per annum, please note for the right person, there is some flexibility with this salary.

The ideal candidate will have a friendly and professional demeanour and have proven experience as either a Personal Assistant, Office Assistant or Office Manager.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Playing a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the office

• Acting as the PA for the Owner, taking phone calls, booking appointments, dealing with suppliers, paying invoices and overall diary management

• Responsible for a variety of tasks including using Surga, answering phones, booking appointments, uploading details to the internet, and performing all-round office work

• Utilising Surga software for property management and client interactions

• Answering the office phone, handling incoming calls professionally and directing them to the appropriate person or department

• Booking appointments, scheduling and managing appointments for clients and staff

• Uploading details to the internet which will include ensuring property listings and other relevant information are accurately uploaded and maintained on the company website and other platforms including Linkedin and other social media platforms

• Assisting with general office duties such as filing, data entry, mail handling, and maintaining office supplies

Experience required:

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Office Assistant, or similar role

• Proficiency in using cloud based software or willingness to learn

• Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills

• Strong organizational and time management abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Personal attributes required:

• Friendly and professional demeanour

• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week

• Office based

• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you must have the relevant experience detailed above to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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