We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a positive, highly organised and proactive Office Manager to take ownership of a varied and busy office function.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and responsibility, with involvement in general office management, financial administration, bookkeeping and payroll preparation. You will work closely with senior management, oversee an existing Office Coordinator and have the autonomy to use your initiative and make a genuine difference.
Previous hands-on payroll administration experience is essential, alongside good financial administration skills and excellent attention to detail.
The Role
You will oversee the smooth running of the office, with responsibilities including:
- Managing and overseeing the existing Office Coordinator.
- Overseeing general office administration, correspondence and customer enquiries.
- Welcoming visitors and providing a warm, professional first impression.
- Managing invoicing, bookkeeping, financial administration and VAT-related processes.
- Preparing, checking and collating payroll information for approximately 80 employees before submission to the outsourced payroll provider.
- Maintaining staff records and coordinating training administration.
- Supporting senior management with reporting and operational requirements.
- Reviewing processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
About You
We are looking for someone who is friendly, professional and approachable, with a proactive attitude and the confidence to take responsibility.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience preparing, checking and collating payroll information, with the accuracy needed to handle payroll administration for a large workforce.
- Good working knowledge of bookkeeping, invoicing and financial administration, including VAT.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong numeracy skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
- Confidence managing and overseeing others.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Excellent written English and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Knowledge of Xero or similar accounting software would be beneficial but is not essential.
Salary, Hours & Benefits
- £15–£17 per hour, depending on experience (£31,200–£35,360 annual equivalent).
- Typically 8.30am–4.30pm or 9am–5pm, with flexibility by agreement and a paid lunch break.
- Monday to Friday, with one Saturday per month preferred and time off in lieu during the week. Candidates unable to work Saturdays will also be considered.
- Pension provision.
- Free on-site parking and free meals.
- Friendly, welcoming and supportive team.
The Opportunity
This is a chance to become a valued member of a lovely team, in a varied role where your contribution will be appreciated and your ideas welcomed.
Our client is keen to invest in the right person, offering genuine scope to develop into a more senior position with wider operational and management responsibilities as the business grows.
If you are an experienced Office Manager or Senior Administrator looking for a varied role where you can use your skills, take ownership and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.