Office Manager

Office Manager

Our client specialises in a comprehensive range of civil engineering and construction services, including highway maintenance, drainage, tunneling, and public realm works. They provide high-quality design, build, and maintenance solutions while focusing on client collaboration, safety, and efficient project delivery across various sectors, from local authority infrastructure to sports and play facilities.

Due to company growth, our client is looking to bring an experienced Office Manager in to join their team.

You will oversee daily office operations, manage scheduling and HR processes, coordinate insurance renewals, handle financial transactions, assist with financial reporting, maintain certifications, and organise company events, all while supporting the company's growth and ensuring smooth administrative workflows.

Office Manager

What's in it for you?

• Monday - Friday (07:30-5:00 full time in the office with the potential to start at 08:00 if needed).
• Salary - £40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience).
• Holiday - 28 days including bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.

Office Manager

Position Overview

• Oversee day-to-day office operations and support the company's growth.
• Manage scheduling, diary coordination, and personal assistance for senior management.
• Handle HR processes, including onboarding, contracts, and compliance with Right to Work checks.
• Coordinate insurance renewals and liaise with brokers for competitive quotes.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and ensure smooth administrative workflows.
• Ensure H&S documentation is up-to-date and maintain ISO and other certifications.
• Process financial transactions, including payments, invoicing, and payroll coordination.
• Assist with financial reporting, trial balances, VAT returns, and P&L preparation.
• Perform bank reconciliations, bookkeeping, and oversee CIS obligations and returns.
• Organise company events, including annual parties and team-building activities.

Office Manager

Position Requirements

• Experience within the Construction industry is essential.
• Competent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven experience in office and financial management, including HR, compliance, payroll, and bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, P&L, VAT returns, and experience with Sage 50 or Xero.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage schedules, office operations, and events.
• Ability to liaise with stakeholders, manage insurance renewals, and oversee financial transactions such as invoicing, payments, and bank reconciliations.

*Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our clients' needs. You will most likely have to help in other related areas to this role.

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