Office Manager

Role: Office Manager (12-Month Contract - Maternity Cover)
Location: Fareham, Hampshire
Hours: Part-time, 24 hours per week (flexible - could suit school hours)
Pay: 22,666.67 per annum (34,000 FTE)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Office Manager (12-Month Contract - Maternity Cover) to join one of our longstanding clients, a well-established organisation based in Fareham.

This role offers a varied mix of office management, HR, and administrative responsibilities, supporting business operations / day-to-day needs and the team. The successful candidate will join for a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a handover period of approximately 4-6 weeks alongside the Director before their maternity leave begins.

Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible working hours (could suit school hours)
• Friendly and supportive environment
• Free on-site parking

The Requirements:

• Must be a driver with access to own vehicle
• Previous experience in office management or a similar administrative role
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Proficient in MS Office; experience liaising with accountants or senior management is desirable

The Role:

• Maintain key office records including statements, invoices, and expenses
• Support payment processes for suppliers, utilities, and pensions
• Collate and prepare information for the Director and Accountant
• Lead or support HR processes such as payslip distribution, appraisals, recruitment, and team-building
• Maintain internal documentation and ensure Health & Safety compliance
• Act as a key holder, ensuring the premises are opened and secured as required
• Oversee and delegate daily work across the UK team
• Develop and implement new SOPs and work processes
• Manage office operations including IT, internet, and equipment
• Support customer orders, customer service, and marketing activities when required

If you're keen to join an organisation that values flexibility, teamwork, and proactive contribution, please apply to this Office Manager (12-Month Contract - Maternity Cover) role below or call Chloe McCausland on (phone number removed) between 8:30am - 5:00pm.